Antrim Twp, PA - Adam Emerick Killed in Semi-Truck Accident on I-81 at MD Line

Antrim Township, PA (November 1, 2024) – According to Pennsylvania State Police troopers, a Franklin County man is dead after smashing into an illegally parked tractor-trailer on Interstate 81.

The two-vehicle wreck happened in the northbound lanes near Exit 1, Maryland Line, in Antrim Township at 2:30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 30. Police said a Mercedes-Benz sedan crashed into the back of a tractor-trailer that was illegally parked on the right side of the road. The sedan driver, identified as Adam Emerick, 33, of Greencastle, was pronounced dead at the scene; no one else was injured.

All lanes of Interstate 81 northbound were shut down for several hours before reopening, but an investigation remains ongoing. It's unclear if citations or charges are pending at this time, though witnesses were asked to get in touch right away.

Our sincere condolences go out to Adam Emerick's loved ones.

Truck Accidents in Pennsylvania

Thousands of motor vehicle accidents occur in our state annually, resulting in serious injuries or fatalities for many drivers. Like residents of many other states, Pennsylvanians may be particularly concerned about the dangers and risks of multi-driver accidents, especially when traversing the multi-lane roadways and heavily trafficked interstates spanning our state. Of course, Pennsylvania sees a lot of truck traffic because of the state's vast system of roads and interstates.

In addition, incidents that include several drivers or heavy-duty vehicles, such as trucks, have a significant probability of becoming catastrophic and even fatal on these roadways. For example, at least 166,000 truck accidents occurred throughout the United States in just one year. Approximately 4,678 of these were fatalities as a consequence of these serious wrecks. And even worse, even though Florida, Texas, and California were the states with the highest number of accidents, Pennsylvania was not too far behind.

Pennsylvania had around 10,000 to 12,000 truck accidents in the same year, meaning that our state ranked fourth for these semi-truck severe collisions. Approximately 250 to 300 people lost their lives in these incidents, and more than 4,000 to 5,000 were injured. That said, those interested in filing claims against the insurance company of an at-fault truck driver in a Pennsylvania truck accident may face an uphill battle. In other words, victims do not deal with the average motorist in these claims.

Regrettably, many insurance companies are concerned with minimizing their financial liability and increasing their profits to benefit their bottom line. Furthermore, since trucking companies are involved, victims are often up against well-funded enterprises that have an army of attorneys fighting for their interests, leaving victims and their families to attempt to cover their losses out of their pocket. For these reasons and more, following a vehicle accident caused by another party's negligence, victims can and should take legal action with the help of a skilled attorney. Accident victims and their families can truly benefit from contacting our reputable Antrim Township truck accident lawyer at Edelstein, Martin & Nelson.

We have helped numerous individuals obtain justice and fair compensation for their injuries and damages caused by truck, car, and motorcycle accidents. At Edelstein, Martin & Nelson, our attorneys understand the complexities of these cases and strive to provide our clients with the best possible legal representation.  If you or a loved one has been involved in an accident, do not hesitate to contact our Pennsylvania personal injury law firm by calling (215) 731-9900 for a free case evaluation. Let us help you take back control of your life today.