CARBON COUNTY – Truck Driver Dies in I-80 Collision

CARBON COUNTY, PA (May 18, 2025) – A man had died in a single-vehicle accident while driving a tractor-trailer in Carbon County on May 16.

According to news report, the 23-year-old truck driver was driving on I-80 east in Kidder Township when he struck multiple tree in the center median around 8 a.m.

The Carbon County Coroner pronounced him dead on the scene. No word on what caused the truck accident.

Fatal Truck Driver Accidents

Losing a truck driver in a workplace accident is devastating for families who must navigate both emotional grief and practical challenges simultaneously. If your loved one was a truck driver who died in an accident in Pennsylvania, understanding the available support systems and legal options is crucial during this difficult time.

The immediate aftermath requires attention to several urgent matters. Contact the trucking company’s human resources department to understand death benefits, […]

LACKAWANNA COUNTY – Woman Dies After I-84 Car Crash

LACKAWANNA COUNTY, PA (May 17, 2025) – A woman had died from her injuries after a crash on I-84 on May 15.

According to news reports, the crash occurred on the left side of I-84 westbound when the road curved. The woman continued straight instead of taking the curve, leaving the roadway to the south of I-84. The car hit several signs until it rolled to a stop south of I-84 near mile marker 6.

Police say the woman was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the accident. She was ejected from the car and pronounced dead when crews arrived at the scene.

No one else was in the car. There is no word on the cause of the crash.

Fatal Car Accidents in Lackawanna County

Fatal car accidents remain a significant public safety concern in Lackawanna County, […]

BERKS COUNTY, PA – One Dead, 2 Injured by Car Crash

ALSACE TOWNSHIP, PA – One person is dead and two people are in the hospital after a multi-car crash in Berks County.

The crash occurred around 6 p.m. near Skyline Drive and Bingaman Road. 

The coroner’s office reported that one person involved in the crash was pronounced dead at 7:30 p.m. Two passengers in the vehicle were sent to the hospital. Their status is unknown.

Pennsylvania State Police continue to investigate the cause of the crash.

Navigating the Aftermath: Legal Steps After a Fatal Car Accident in Pennsylvania

The sudden loss of a loved one in a fatal car accident is devastating. While legal matters may be the furthest thing from your mind during this difficult time, understanding Pennsylvania’s wrongful death laws can help protect your family’s rights and secure the financial stability needed to move forward.

Understanding Wrongful Death Claims in Pennsylvania

When a person dies due to someone else’s negligence on Pennsylvania roads, […]

WASHINGTON COUNTY — Tractor-Trailer Head-on Crash on 1-70 Kills Woman & 4-Year-Old, Hits House

WASHINGTON COUNTY, PA (May 15, 2025) —  A woman and her 4-year-old son died in a crash with a tractor-trailer on Sunday, May 11.

The crash occurred around 1 p.m. near the Claysville exit on Interstate 70. The car was headed west when it crossed the median into the eastbound lanes, striking a tractor-trailer head-on.

The impact of the crash launched the tractor-trailer up an embankment and into the back of a home located along the side of the highway.

The child was not in a car seat. The mother and the driver, who is the child’s father,  were both not wearing seatbelts.

The woman was declared dead at the scene. The child was taken via helicopter to UPMC Washington Hospital. He was shortly declared dead after arrival. The driver was flown to another hospital in Pittsburgh for unspecified injuries. No information is currently known on the status of the driver. […]

LEBANON COUNTY — Tractor-Trailer Crashes on I-81

LEBANON COUNTY, PA (May 14, 2025)  — A crash involving a tractor-trailer  and cars occurred on Interstate 81 in Lebanon County on Wednesday, May 14.

Crews were dispatched at 8:11 a.m. The accident occurred on I-81 southbound near Exit 85 to Annville/FT Indiantown Gap.

A tractor-trailer veered off the roadway, causing delays.

Investigations continue.

Truck Accidents in Lebanon County

When commercial trucks become involved in multi-vehicle scenarios, the consequences become even more severe. This extreme weight disparity means truck accidents often result in catastrophic injuries or fatalities, particularly for occupants of smaller vehicles. Pennsylvania’s position as a major logistics corridor means our highways see heavy commercial truck traffic, increasing the risk of these dangerous collisions.

Pennsylvania’s comparative negligence laws add another layer of difficulty, as compensation can be reduced by your percentage of fault in causing the accident. […]