Jonestown, PA – Rollover Accident Leads to Injuries on Thompson Ave

Jonestown, PA (April 18, 2022) – Injuries stemmed from a serious rollover accident that took place on a roadway in Jonestown on Monday morning, April 18.

According to local officials, the accident happened on Thompson Avenue around the area of Mishs Mill Road and Heilmandale Road. Several vehicles were traveling in the area when they collided with each other due to reasons that are not yet known. One of the vehicles forcefully overturned as a result. The vehicles involved in the accident were severely damaged.

Paramedics, fire crews, and several responders were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. One or more victims were seriously injured as a result of the collision. The injured parties were taken to local hospitals for treatment, though their identities and conditions are not known at this time.

The roadway was blocked in the area of the accident for a period of time. Police quickly worked to clear the scene.

No further details have been released. The investigation into the accident continues at this time.

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.

Car Accidents in Pennsylvania 

Hundreds of thousands of people are injured in car accidents every year in Pennsylvania. These accidents land over 125,000 people in the hospital every single year within the state. Car accidents take on many forms but rollovers are known for being some of the most severe. In one recent year’s time, over 2% of car accidents were deemed rollovers. This may seem like a small percentage but it is imperative to note that many of these accidents lead to catastrophic damages. If you have been hurt in a car accident that is not your fault, you may be feeling alone and confused. It is important that you speak with a legal advocate who has handled these types of claims in the past.

Nobody is ever fully prepared to face the aftermath of a car accident on their own. The injuries that stem from a car accident can be life-altering, which is why you should be prepared to speak with a skilled Jonestown car accident attorney. Having a skilled attorney on your side can ensure that you have the evidence that is necessary to prove that another party is at fault for your accident. You will have to show that the following factors were present:

• A driver owed a duty of care
• A driver breached the duty of care
• The breach in duty led to the accident
• The accident led to injuries and other damages

If you have been hurt in a collision, you should speak with a Jonestown personal injury attorney as soon as possible.

Jonestown Car Accident Attorneys 

Our skilled and knowledgeable attorneys at Edelstein Martin & Nelson are here for you after you have been hurt in a car accident that is not your fault. If your life has been turned upside-down due to a car accident, you may wonder what options you have. Our attorneys will provide you with the resources you need to be successful in your claim. We will help you work toward the compensation you deserve at this time. Please do not hesitate to contact a car accident attorney in Jonestown at (215) 731-9900 for more information on how we can help you.

Note: Independent sources were used to create this post including news stories, witness statements, social media posts, and first-hand accounts about the accident and injuries involved. As a result, the details of the accident that are represented have not been independently verified by our own writing staff. If you find incorrect information or would like the post to be removed, please contact us immediately.  We will correct the inaccurate information or will remove the post completely.

Disclaimer: As a well-respected member of the community, we at Edelstein, Martin & Nelson strive to improve the overall safety and quality of life for everyone who drives on our roads and highways. We are always saddened by these accidents but hope that, through awareness members of our community will take precautions to avoid these accidents. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. The photos depicted in this post are not representative of the actual accident scene.