Vestavia Hills, AL (September 13, 2023) – A 42-year-old man from Little Rock, Arkansas, lost his life as a result of a truck crash that took place in the stadia Hills on Monday afternoon, September 11.
According to reports provided by the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, a 2002 Ford Explorer, which was driven by a 21-year-old man, was traveling on Interstate 459. For unknown reasons, a tire detached from the vehicle and struck a 2023 Freightliner tractor-trailer at around 3:40 p.m.
The incident caused delays in the area near the Liberty Parkway access ramp. The impact of the collision sent the commercial vehicle off the side of the roadway and into a wooded area. The vehicle then caught on fire.
The driver of the semi-truck, identified as a 42-year-old man from Little Rock, Arkansas, died as a result of his injuries.
The crash is being investigated by ALEA.
Our sympathies go out to the family of the man who lost his life in this crash.
Fatal truck crashes take the lives of innocent people every year in the state of Alabama. The aftermath of these accidents can be incredibly difficult to deal with. Many families struggle to move on. In most cases, families have the ability to pursue legal action against the responsible party. After losing a loved one in a truck accident, there are several parties who can be held liable for the damages that your family faces. These can include:
It is important that you have a skilled legal team on your side to identify the factors that led to the accident taking place. Common causes of fatal truck accidents that we see here in Alabama include:
Your attorney will gather evidence from the scene of the accident, speak with witnesses, and obtain a copy of the police report pertaining to the crash. They will do everything in their power to ensure you have the strongest case possible against the negligent party. It is crucial to seek guidance from a fatal truck accident lawyer right away to provide your family with the best chance of getting justice.
Our commercial vehicle accident lawyers at Burg Simpson have been fighting for justice on behalf of bereaved families for decades. Our team is fully committed to helping each person we represent maximize the compensation they are able to recover for the losses they face. Our team will fight diligently to ensure your family is able to hold the negligent party accountable for the pain and suffering that they have caused you.
You can depend on our team to meticulously analyze all of the evidence in order to make sure you have the strongest case against the responsible party. To get started on your case, reach out to our national truck accident law firm today by calling (888) 895-2080 to schedule a free consultation.
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