Kidder Township, PA – Three Killed in Commercial Vehicle Crash on I-80 near MM 276

Kidder Township, PA (July 11, 2022) – A motor vehicle accident reported early Monday morning in Carbon County, Pennsylvania claimed the lives of three people. Just after 12:45 a.m., on July 11, the Pennsylvania State Police responded to the scene of a crash on Interstate 80.

Reports provided by PSP Fern Ridge show that a commercial vehicle and a passenger van collided on the eastbound side of Interstate 80 in the area of mile marker 276.

Several people involved in the accident were rendered aid at the scene by responding troopers prior to the arrival of EMS.

Multiple victims were transported to Geisinger Wyoming Valley for the treatment of injuries. A total of three people involved in the accident suffered fatal injuries.

At this time, the incident remains under investigation.

Our thoughts are with the victims injured in this accident. We hope for their full recovery.

We would like to offer our warmest condolences to the families of the victims who have lost their lives as a result of this accident. Our thoughts are with them at this time.

Fatal Truck Accidents in Pennsylvania

Each year, more than 1100 people lose their lives as a result of motor vehicle accidents in the state of Pennsylvania. There are many instances where these accidents involved 18-wheelers and other large commercial vehicles. The fact that these vehicles can weigh up to 80,000 pounds means that they are more likely to cause significant damage to everything they come in contact with.

When victims lose their lives as a result of motor vehicle accidents, their families are often forced to endure overwhelming mental, emotional, and financial consequences. Families often face towering financial burdens related to burial costs, funeral arrangement fees, and other costs they face after losing a loved one. Depending on the circumstances surrounding your loved one’s accident, you may have legal options available to help you move forward. You must seek the assistance of a wrongful death lawyer in Kidder Township as soon as possible. Working with a knowledgeable and fearless legal team can make a big difference when it comes to your chances of getting justice.

For decades, our Kidder Township truck accident lawyers at Edelstein Martin & Nelson have stood by the sides of families who have lost loved ones due to negligent drivers. We firmly believe that you have every right to hold responsible parties liable for the harm that they have caused your family. For this reason, our lawyers fight diligently to ensure you are able to get justice after losing a loved one due to another driver’s negligence. Our lawyers will help you seek the full and timely compensation that you deserve for a wide range of economic and non-economic damages that you face during these very difficult times.

If your loved one has lost their life as a result of a motor vehicle accident, it is important that you act quickly to protect your legal rights. You must reach out to our Pennsylvania personal injury law firm today by calling (215) 731-9900. Our lawyers are available to meet with you at your earliest convenience to discuss your case and the legal options available to help you get justice. Contact our law firm today to get started.

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.