Jasper County, IN (September 10, 2023) – A major truck accident was reported on Thursday evening in Jasper County that ended in injuries.
During the evening hours on September 7, authorities were called to the scene of a crash on Interstate 65.
Police reports show that a semi-truck and a school bus collided on the northbound side of the interstate near mile marker 222. The incident caused delays just two miles north of the exit for Fair Oaks.
The involved school bus went off the side of the roadway and entered a ditch. The driver was pinned inside of the vehicle.
Firefighters spent several hours trying to remove the driver from the vehicle. Once he was removed, he was transported to Franciscan Health Hospital in Rensselaer and later transported to a hospital in the Chicago area for emergency care.
The driver of the semi, a 57-year-old from Atlanta, Georgia, left the scene of the accident. The driver was later located and taken into police custody.
At this time, the incident is being investigated.
We hope the injured driver is able to recover quickly.
Truck crashes are often devastating for those involved. Unfortunately, we see countless innocent people left with victims that dramatically impact their lives.
One common injury that truck crash victims are left with following collisions is spinal cord injuries. These injuries can result in paralysis, which can be temporary or permanent, depending on the severity of the injury and the location.
Another injury that truck crash victims suffer from is traumatic brain injury. This type of injury can have a severe impact on a victim’s balance, memory, and mood. These injuries often require extensive medical treatment and can impact the lives of victims forever.
Other injuries that are commonly reported in motor vehicle accidents involving commercial vehicles include broken bones, internal organ injuries, and severe cuts and lacerations. The unfortunate truth is that any type of injury suffered from a truck crash can severely impact your life. Many people have to go through medical treatment and spend tens of thousands of dollars on the care they require. Trying to deal with these costs while being unable to work can be quite challenging.
When victims are hurt in bus and truck crashes due to the negligence of others, they should reach out to a bus accident lawyer right away. Injured victims may be entitled to financial compensation for the damages.
Experiencing a truck accident can be an extremely difficult time for you and your family. The dedicated legal team at Burg Simpson is committed to fighting on your behalf and recovering the compensation necessary to help you heal from such a traumatic experience. With over $2 billion recovered in damages, our experienced truck accident attorneys are more than qualified, committed, and well-prepared to represent you every step of the way toward achieving justice. Contact our national truck accident law firm now by calling (888) 895-2080 for a free consultation so that we can get started on helping you get justice and holding the negligent party accountable.
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