Richland Township, PA – Woman Loses Life in Truck Crash on Route 8

Richland Township, PA (August 6, 2023) – The Allegheny County Medical Examiner confirmed that a 53-year-old woman from Gibsonia, Pennsylvania, lost her life as a result of a major truck accident that occurred on Friday, August 4.

At around 1:30 p.m., emergency officials were called to the scene of an accident that occurred in Richland Township.

Police reports indicate that a dump truck was traveling on Route 8 during the afternoon hours. For unknown reasons, the vehicle collided with two vehicles on the roadway between Kenneth Drive and Vista Vue Drive. The truck veered into the northbound lanes as a result of the collision and collided with two other vehicles.

The driver of one of the northbound vehicles, identified as a 53-year-old woman, was fatally injured in the accident. She was pronounced deceased by the county medical examiner.

At this time, the accident is being investigated.

Our sympathies are with the family of the woman who lost her life in this accident.

Fatal Truck Accidents in Pennsylvania

Being involved in a truck accident can be incredibly devastating. The unfortunate truth is that innocent people are hurt every day as a result of these accidents. Whether you suffered injuries as a result of cargo spills and hazardous materials accidents, or you suffered injuries due to a distracted driver who rear-ended your vehicle, it is important to understand the options that you have available.

After being involved in a truck accident, you may be able to take legal action against the responsible parties. In some cases, the truck company may be liable for the damages that you have suffered.

Truck companies have a legal obligation to ensure that their vehicles are properly maintained and inspected. If negligence or lack of maintenance contributed to the accident, they could be held responsible for any resulting damages.

If the driver was an employee of the truck company at the time of the accident, they may also be legally liable. Employers are typically responsible for their employees' actions while on the job. So if the driver's negligence caused your injuries, both the individual driver and their employer could potentially be held accountable.

To pursue a case against a truck company, you'll need to gather evidence such as witness statements, police reports, photographs from the scene of the accident, and any relevant medical records documenting your injuries. To provide yourself with the best chance of holding the negligent party accountable, it is in your best interest to seek guidance from a tractor-trailer accident lawyer immediately.

At Burg Simpson, we understand the difficulties of dealing with a trucking accident aftermath and strive to provide the best legal representation for our clients. Our team is committed to advocating for your family in pursuit of justice and securing the compensation you need during this difficult time.

With more than four decades of experience in fighting on our clients' behalf, you can rest assured that we will do everything within our power to uphold your family's rights and secure just outcomes under the law. If you or someone close to you has recently been affected by a truck crash, please call us now at (888) 895-2080 to arrange a no-obligation, free case evaluation today.