Greensboro, AL (March 3, 2024) – One person was killed another was hurt after a head-on crash involving a tractor-trailer in the Greensboro area on Thursday morning, February 29. The deadly accident was reported on AL-69 early that morning at around 11:15 a.m Local reports indicated that a 2014 Cadillac XTS was traveling on the highway when it collided with a 2006 International tractor-trailer.
A passenger in the Cadillac suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The deceased party was later identified as 59-year-old Irene Watkins of Greensboro. The driver of the XTS was transported to DCH Regional Medical Center in Tuscaloosa for treatment of sustained injuries.
No additional injuries have been provided at this time. The factors contributing to the crash have not been reported. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the deadly accident is being managed by local law enforcement officials, and more updates will be provided as they become available.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family in hopes of a full recovery.
Deadly Trucking Accidents in Alabama
When you share the road with a large truck, it is natural to be anxious and concerned about your safety. That is because we all have heard stories about how devastating these vehicles can be in the event of a crash. Unfortunately, the majority of trucking accidents in Alabama involve passenger cars. Recent statistics show that there were 523,796 trucking accidents reported across the United States in 2021 alone, making a substantial increase from 415,444 the previous year. A total of 101,000 trucking accidents in 2022 resulted in injuries, with 4,444 ending in fatal injuries. You need to be ready to take legal action if someone close to you is unfairly killed in a crash involving a semi-truck.
It is always hard to deal with the aftermath of a deadly car accident. You can become quickly overwhelmed dealing with the complex emotions and substantial financial damages that follow. In many cases, the negligence of another driver can contribute to a deadly crash, and you as a family member of the deceased may be able to pursue a wrongful death claim as a representative of the deceased. You need to partner with a qualified attorney who has a proven history of handling successful wrongful death claims in order to maximize your recovery.
The legal team at Maloney-Lyons LLC is here to answer any questions that you may have after a fatal 18-wheeler accident. We will be here by your side every step of the way to make sure you can make informed decisions to protect your legal rights. Give us a call today at 251-225-6105 to get started on your case with the help of an experienced Greensboro wrongful death lawyer. When you work with our skilled legal team, you know your case is in good hands, and we are ready to diligently fight for your legal rights.