Reading Man Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash in Berks County
A Reading man died following a two-vehicle crash in Berks County on January 10.
According to the Pennsylvania State Police, the crash occurred around 5:30 a.m. on U.S. Route 222 in Maxatawny Township just west of Kutztown. News reports state the man was heading northbound on U.S. 222 when he entered the southbound lane to pass a vehicle. A tractor trailer was heading southbound and the vehicles collided.
Troopers say the man’s car was split in half and he was ejected from the car. He was pronounced dead at the scene. The truck driver was not injured.
Fatal Truck Accidents in Berks County, PA
Fatal trucks accidents have been steadily climbing in the last three years. According to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, out of the 6,685 truck accidents in Pennsylvania in 2023, 138 resulted in a fatality. Most of these crashes occurred on state highways — nearly 56% occurred on state-maintained roadways.
The aftermath of a fatal truck accident requires careful handling of both immediate concerns and long-term legal implications. While families grieve, critical evidence at crash scenes needs preservation. Insurance companies often approach families within days of the accident, attempting to secure quick settlements before the full scope of their liability becomes clear. Our experienced Reading wrongful death attorneys step in to protect families’ rights and ensure evidence preservation while they focus on healing.
The emotional and financial impact of fatal truck accidents extends far beyond the immediate aftermath. Families may struggle with mortgage payments on their homes, educational expenses for children, and the loss of health insurance previously provided by the deceased. Our firm helps families understand and pursue the full range of compensation available under Pennsylvania law, including claims for:
- Future financial support the deceased would have provided
- Loss of household services and parental guidance
- Mental anguish and emotional suffering of family members
- Medical expenses incurred before death
- Funeral and burial costs
- Loss of companionship and consortium
If you lost a loved one in a fatal truck crash, contact an experienced Reading truck accident lawyer at Munley Law to help with your claim.
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