Wilmer, AL (March 4, 2024) – On Friday, March 1, there were reported injuries after a crash involving two commercial trucks in the Wilmer area. The accident was reported on AL-158 near Jones Road in Johnson County early that morning. Two semi-trucks collided at the scene.
Emergency crews were quickly dispatched in order to render aid to the involved parties. One person involved in the accident was transported by ambulance to a local hospital for treatment of sustained injuries. No updates on their condition have been provided at this time.
The area was temporarily closed as emergency units worked to clear the scene. Tow trucks were needed to clear the resulting debris and reopen the roadway to outside traffic. No further information on the accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in progress.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Tractor-Trailer Crashes in Alabama
Semi-trucks are known to cause some of the most catastrophic collisions on Alabama roads. These accidents can be caused by a variety of factors, with the most common including driver negligence, traffic, poor truck maintenance, and driver fatigue, to name just a few. According to findings from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), an estimated 4,440 large trucks and buses are involved in crashes on American roads each year. A study from the University of Alabama found that there were 7,782 tractor-trailer crashes that resulted in 2,184 injuries and 89 deaths in the state in a recent year. There are more than 6,000 trucking companies operating in Alabama, and you need to be ready to protect your legal rights in the event of a catastrophic collision on the state’s roads.
Handling a truck injury claim can be extremely challenging. These types of cases are often much more complicated than typical cases, and that is why it is crucial you have a trained lawyer on your side to ensure your legal rights are secured. You will be going up against more than just a reckless truck driver. The company that employs the driver, owns the vehicle, or manages the maintenance of the rig could also be involved. These entities will have their own legal teams, and you need someone fighting on your side to level the playing field.
It can be difficult to navigate a serious crash on your own. You need to partner with a skilled Wilmer car crash lawyer in order to ensure your legal rights are protected. The legal team at Maloney-Lyons LLC is here to help you manage the aftermath of a life-changing trucking accident. With our help, we want to help you get the best possible outcome for your case. We will not stop until you get the largest settlement possible. If you are ready to get to work on your case, we are just a phone call away. Call our law offices today at 251-225-6105 to get started on your injury claim.