Cussawago Twp, PA - Two Hospitalized in Truck Accident at Irish & Fry Rds

Cussawago Township, PA (July 14, 2024) – Two individuals were transported to the hospital on Friday afternoon as a result of a collision in northern Crawford County.

The accident occurred at Irish Road and Fry Road in Cussawago Township, approximately south of Edinboro, at approximately 4:30 p.m. According to eyewitness accounts, an SUV was involved in a collision with a garbage truck, resulting in its overturning. Two people were rushed to an area medical facility, per authorities on the scene. However, the condition of the two patients is unknown at this time. The state police in Meadville are conducting an investigation, but no information is available regarding the cause of the accident. Witnesses were asked to step forward as soon as possible.

Our thoughts go out to the injured victims and their families. We hope for their full recovery at this time.

Truck Accidents in Pennsylvania

Thousands of vehicle collisions occur annually in our state, resulting in severe injuries or fatalities for numerous drivers. Pennsylvanians, like residents of numerous other states, may be particularly apprehensive about the hazards and risks associated with multi-driver accidents, particularly when traveling on the heavily trafficked interstates and multi-lane roadways that traverse our state. Of course, Pennsylvania experiences a significant amount of vehicle traffic due to its extensive network of interstates and roads.

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 serious semi-truck 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 should contact a proficient Cussawago Township truck accident lawyer to file a personal injury claim that covers all the different damages resulting from the crash.

At Edelstein, Martin & Nelson, our attorneys understand the complexities of these cases and strive to provide our clients with the best possible legal representation. We have helped numerous individuals obtain justice and compensation for their injuries and damages caused by car accidents. If you or a loved one has been involved in an accident, do not hesitate to contact our Bloomsburg truck accident attorneys by calling (215) 731-9900 for a free case evaluation. After a life-changing collision, let us help you focus on what's important: your recovery and your focus on regaining your mental and physical health.