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. This makes thorough investigation and evidence preservation crucial in multi-vehicle cases.

Pennsylvania’s choice no-fault insurance system creates additional complications in multi-vehicle scenarios. While your personal injury protection (PIP) coverage provides initial medical benefits regardless of fault, severe injuries often exceed these limits.

Truck accidents often involve multiple potentially liable parties, including the truck driver, trucking company, cargo loaders, maintenance providers, and parts manufacturers.

When multiple insurance companies become involved, each representing different drivers in the chain-reaction crash, navigating the claims process becomes increasingly difficult without experienced legal representation.

If you were involved in a truck accident in Lebanon County PA, the Lebanon truck accident attorneys at Munley Law can help. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation.

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