Fairfield, AL (April 14, 2024) – On Saturday, April 13, there were reported injuries after a pileup crash in the Fairfield area. The incident was reported late that afternoon around 5:25 p.m. on Interstate 59 NB near mile marker 118 in Jefferson County. Three or more vehicles were reportedly involved in the crash.
Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to the scene to provide the necessary aid to the involved parties. All northbound lanes were temporarily blocked while local officials worked to clear the scene. At least one person involved in the accident was hurt, but the number and severity of the resulting injuries have not been confirmed. The crash victims were provided aid at the scene by attending paramedics before being transported to a local hospital for further support. The area was later cleared after emergency crews were able to remove the wreckage and any other resulting debris. No additional information on the collision is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the incident is being managed by local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Car Crashes in Alabama
The majority of fatalities and serious injuries in Alabama are caused by car accidents. There was a deadly crash on Alabaman roads almost every nine hours and ten minutes in a recent year, with 872 fatal crashes resulting in 953 fatalities. Sadly, many people in the state neglect to take the essential safety measures to prevent catastrophic injuries, and unrestrained passengers are involved in nearly 56 percent of traffic fatalities in the state. The majority of these collisions involve drivers under the age of 19 and take place in rural areas. After a serious car accident, the choices you make could have a lasting impact on your life, so you need to be able to create a strong case with the help of a knowledgeable personal injury lawyer.
It is not fair for innocent victims to be held responsible for another person’s negligent actions. Your very way of life can be at risk due to a serious collision. Crash victims who want to get compensation can file a personal injury claim with the help of an experienced attorney. Many people try to handle their own cases, but this might land you in a very difficult situation the moment something goes wrong with your case. You have to do whatever you can to maximize your recovery during this difficult time. This often means working closely with an Alabama auto accident lawyer with first-hand knowledge of handling personal injury cases.
The trained team of lawyers at Maloney-Lyons, LLC is here to help with your recovery after a serious crash. Our Fairfield car crash lawyers have a proven track record of helping injured parties pursue personal injury claims, and we are ready to get to work on your case as soon as possible. Contact our law offices today at 251-225-6105 to get started on your case with the help of a trained lawyer.