Birmingham, AL (February 27, 2024) – A head-on collision in the Birmingham area left two people dead. The deadly accident was reported at the 1500 block of Bankhead Highway, near Cherry Avenue, early that morning at around 11:49 a.m. Local reports indicated that a pickup truck was headed eastbound when it entered oncoming traffic and crashed head-on with an oncoming vehicle.
The impact caused the car to spin around. The pickup continued traveling in the wrong direction on the highway and crashed into several other cars. Two people suffered fatal injuries in the impact and were pronounced dead at the scene.
Another victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment of sustained injuries. No further information on the deadly accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is being managed by local law enforcement officials, and more updates will be provided as it continues.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the families of the deceased victims at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family in hopes of a full recovery.
Alabama Deadly Head-On Collisions
Certain types of accidents are more likely to result in life-changing injuries. One of the deadliest kinds of crashes in Alabama is a head-on collision. These crashes are involved in an estimated 10 percent of national roadway fatalities, despite making up less than 2 percent of reported crashes. When two vehicles crash headed in opposite directions, the force of impact will be severe, increasing the risk of a serious auto accident. There were 5,000 head-on crashes reported nationwide in a recent year, with a fatality rate of 9 per 100,000 people. You need to be ready to partner with a trained attorney if you lose someone close to you in a head-on accident.
There is so much on the line after a deadly crash, and it can feel overwhelming as you deal with such a substantial loss. With so much on your plate, you may not be considering taking legal action to make sure that your rights are protected. You need to discuss your situation with a trained lawyer who is ready to get to work on your case to ensure you can obtain justice. If someone else’s reckless actions caused a deadly crash, the at-fault party should be held accountable. This is often only possible with the help of a trained lawyer.
The team of trained lawyers at Maloney-Lyons LLC is ready to get to work on your case to make sure your legal rights are protected. We have a proven track record of helping grieving families pursue successful wrongful death cases. Our Birmingham car crash lawyers will be ready to fight for your legal rights to ensure that the at-fault party is brought to justice. Contact our law firm today at 251-225-6105 to get started on your case with the help of a trained lawyer. When you work with our skilled legal team, your case is in good hands.