Penn Hills, PA – One Injured in Motorcycle Accident on I-376

Penn Hills, PA (April 7, 2023) – Around 2 a.m. on the morning of Friday, April 7, one person was hurt in a motorcycle accident that happened in Penn Hills.

According to local officials, the accident happened on I-376 around the area of the Penn Hills exit on the roadway. Police confirmed that a motorcyclist was traveling in the area when they were involved in a collision with a passenger vehicle due to reasons that are not fully known. The motorcycle was badly damaged as a result of the crash.

Paramedics, fire crews, and several other responders were immediately dispatched to the scene to help those in need. The motorcyclist, who has not yet been formally identified, was seriously injured in the collision. The injured party was taken to the hospital for treatment.

The roadway was blocked in the area for an extended period of time. Police worked to clear the scene as quickly as possible.

No further details have been released but the investigation into the collision continues. Police will update with more information as it becomes available.

We would like to offer our warmest sympathies to the party injured in this accident with hopes of a full recovery.

Motorcycle Accidents in Pennsylvania 

Motorcyclists are some of the most at-risk parties on our roads in the state of Pennsylvania. This is due to the fact that they have no protection from harm when involved in an accident with a passenger vehicle or any other type of large vehicle. Pennsylvania sees an astounding amount of Pennsylvania motorcycle accidents each year. In 2020, it was reported that 217 people were killed in fatal motorcycle accidents within the state and thousands more were injured. If you have been hurt in a motorcycle accident that is not your fault, you should speak with an attorney that you can trust.

From the moment that you become involved in a motorcycle accident, you may be worried about your well-being and health. If you have been hurt in a motorcycle accident, speaking with a Penn Hills motorcycle accident attorney is in your best interests. Many serious injuries stem from motorcycle accidents, such as the following:

• Spinal cord injuries
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Organ damage
• Broken bones
• Paralysis
• Road rash

These injuries tend to land victims in the hospital and cause them to miss out on time in the workplace. If you have sustained injuries in a motorcycle crash, you should speak with a skilled Penn Hills personal injury lawyer that you can rely on.

Our attorneys at Edelstein Martin & Nelson are here for you after your life has been impacted by a motorcycle accident. We understand how overwhelming a motorcycle accident can be and offer our help and resources to you when you need them the most. Having an attorney on your side can ensure that your rights are being protected. We can help you work toward the compensation that you deserve for a wide array of financial damages. Please do not hesitate to contact a motorcycle accident attorney in Penn Hills at (215) 731-9900 to find out what options are available for you.