Pleasantville, PA – Matthew Myers Killed in Crash on Route 56 (Quaker Valley Rd) near Rouzer Rd

Pleasantville, PA (September 29, 2023) – A fatal accident reported in Bedford County claimed one person’s life on Wednesday morning, September 27.

Officers with the Pennsylvania State Police were dispatched to the scene of the accident just after 6:00 a.m.

According to preliminary investigations, a Jeep Wrangler was traveling on Route 56, Quaker Valley Road, during the morning hours. For unknown reasons, the vehicle collided head-on with a Dodge Ram pickup truck near the intersection of Rouzer Road.

The driver of the Jeep, identified as 43-year-old Matthew Myers of Johnstown, Pennsylvania, was removed from the vehicle. Myers was fatally injured and pronounced deceased at the scene.

The driver of the Dodge was transported to Conemaugh Hospital for the treatment of serious injuries.

Officers with the Pennsylvania State Police are currently investigating the crash.

We hope the injured driver recovers quickly.

Our condolences are with the family of Matthew Myers at this time.

Fatal Car Accidents in Pennsylvania

The loss of a loved one can be incredibly challenging and overwhelming to deal with. Unfortunately, we see more than a thousand people lose their lives as a result of automobile collisions across Pennsylvania every year. After the loss of a loved one, your family has the ability to file a wrongful death claim against the negligent party. This claim can help your family get the money that you need for various costs and losses, including:

• Funeral Expenses: Your family has the ability to recover compensation to alleviate the impact of funeral expenses, burial fees, and other end-of-life expenses.
• Lost Earnings: Your family can recover compensation for all of the lost earnings that you experienced due to the crash. This is particularly important in cases where the deceased victim was the breadwinner for the family.
• Loss of Services: You can recover compensation to alleviate the impact that your family faces due to the loss of services provided by your loved one prior to their passing.
• Medical Expenses: If your loved one received any medical care between the time of their accident and the time of their passing, you can recover compensation to offset the impact that these medical expenses have.

If you have lost a loved one due to a fatal collision, you must reach out to a Pleasantville wrongful death lawyer at once. Your attorney will be able to get started on gathering evidence on your behalf and fighting for fair compensation.

Our Pleasantville car accident lawyers at Edelstein Martin & Nelson will tirelessly fight for justice and ensure that those responsible for your loved one's death are held accountable. Our legal advocates have a proven track record of success in helping families get justice in filing wrongful death cases. We will guide you through every step of the legal process to ensure you have the best chance of holding the negligent party accountable. We understand the importance of closure and compensation during this difficult time, so let our dedicated legal team handle it while you focus on healing. Contact our Pennsylvania personal injury law firm today by calling (215) 731-9900 to schedule a consultation and let us begin fighting for your family's rights.