Alexandria, AL (March 1, 2024) – A two-vehicle collision in the Alexandria area left two people with fatal injuries on Monday night, February 26. The deadly accident was reported at the intersection of US-431 near Becky Turner Road at around 11:30 p.m. According to reports from local authorities, a 2004 Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck and a 2005 Dodge Ram pickup collided head-on at the scene.
Both drivers suffered fatal injuries in the accident and were pronounced dead at the scene. Emergency responders were dispatched to provide aid and clear the roadway of the resulting wreckage. The deceased parties were later identified as 58-year-old Clarence Williams and 46-year-old Phillip S. Palka, both of Gadsden.
At this time, the circumstances leading to the deadly crash have not been determined. No further information on the accident has been provided. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash, and more updates will be provided as they become available.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the families of Clarence Williams and Phillip S. Palka at this time.
Fatal Head-On Collisions in Alabama
When two vehicles traveling in opposite directions crash head-on, the resulting injuries and damage can be catastrophic. There is a good reason that head-on crashes are involved in nearly 10 percent of deadly crashes nationwide, despite making up less than 2 percent of reported auto accidents. More than 3,600 people are killed each year in head-on crashes every year, according to findings from the Insurance Information Institute (III). In most cases, these crashes are caused by reckless or distracted drivers who veer into oncoming traffic. If someone close to you is unfairly killed in a deadly crash, you need to be prepared to seek legal action with the help of a qualified attorney.
It is never easy to deal with a deadly crash. In an instant, someone close to you can be taken forever, and it can be a long and difficult grieving process for you to completely recover. It is not fair for surviving family members to take on the resulting damages from a fatal crash. You need to be prepared to take the necessary steps in order to get the full value of your compensation. You do not want to be saddled with mounting debts due to the actions of a reckless driver, and a component attorney is ready to get to work on your case.
Your very way of life is on the line after any accident, and wrongful death cases can be very complicated and difficult to handle on your own. A qualified Alexandria wrongful death lawyer can help you manage your case to maximize your financial recovery. The legal team at Maloney-Lyons LLC is prepared to take on your case during this difficult time. Contact our law offices today at 251-225-6105 to get started on your case. When you work with our skilled legal team, you know your case is in good hands.