Driver Hospitalized Following Car Crash Near High School in Lehigh Valley
A driver was sent to the hospital after suffering serious injuries following a car accident in South Whitehall Township.
According to news reports, around midnight on December 26, the driver lost control of their vehicle on North Cedar Crest Boulevard near Parkland High School. The vehicle ended up off the road and crashed into a line of nearby trees.
There is no word as to what caused the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Police are investigating the accident.
Single-Vehicle Accidents in Pennsylvania
Single-vehicle accidents in Pennsylvania represent a significant portion of all traffic incidents in the Commonwealth, with these crashes often occurring on rural roads and highways. These accidents frequently involve vehicles leaving the roadway, particularly during adverse weather conditions like snow, ice, or heavy rain, which are common in Pennsylvania’s climate. Fatigue and distracted driving are major contributing factors, especially during nighttime hours and early morning commutes.
Young drivers aged 16-24 are disproportionately involved in single-vehicle crashes in Pennsylvania, with these incidents often occurring during late night hours and weekends. Road conditions unique to Pennsylvania, such as steep grades in mountainous regions and numerous curves on rural roads, can contribute to these accidents. Many single-vehicle crashes involve collisions with fixed objects like trees, utility poles, or guardrails, particularly where roads wind through forested regions.
Dealing with the insurance for a single-vehicle accident may be difficult. Since Pennsylvania is a “choice no-fault” state, your insurance company will pay for your accident regardless of fault. Your Personal Injury Protection, or PIP, will cover your medical expenses. For the property damage, your insurance’s collision coverage will be the primary source of compensation. Without this coverage, you will be responsible for your vehicle repairs.
If you have any questions about your car accident, it may be helpful to speak to an experienced Allentown car accident lawyer. Most car accident attorneys offer a free consultation so you can ask questions.
Note: Our team of writers uses secondary sources to produce this post, including local and state media and news sources, regional and state police incident reports, social media platforms, and eyewitness accounts about serious accidents in Pennsylvania. For that reason, if you find any information that is not correct, be sure to contact Munley Law as soon as possible so that we can update the post with the most exact information available. A post will be removed upon request. All information in this post is informational and not intended to be considered legal or medical advice. This post is not a solicitation for business.
