Charleston, WV (January 2, 2024) – On Wednesday, January 1, at least one person suffered injuries following a traffic accident in Charleston. At around 5:04 p.m., emergency responders were first dispatched to the crash site at the 1536 block of Washington Street W. There were confirmed injuries at the scene, but the number and severity of the related damages have not yet been determined.
Attending medical personnel helped the injured parties before transferring them to a local hospital for additional treatment. No updates on the conditions of the crash victims have been provided at this time. The area was temporarily closed until tow trucks could clear the site of the debris. Local law enforcement officials are investigating the cause of the crash, and more information will be released as it continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
West Virginia Car Wrecks
Car accidents are the leading cause of death and serious injury here in West Virginia and across the country. Charleston continually reports a high number of serious collisions each year. Statistics show that there were 2,050 car accidents reported in the city in a recent year. That’s an average of 5.61 accidents per day. That number went down to 1,505 accidents in 2020, which is about 4.12 accidents per day on average. If you or someone close to you is unfairly hurt in a crash, you need to be ready to pursue a strong claim for compensation by working closely with a diligent legal team with a proven history of handling successful claims.
You do not want to be on your own following a life-changing crash. There is too much on the line to gamble with your recovery or leave it in the hands of a large insurance provider. Instead, you should consult with a diligent Charleston car accident lawyer to make sure your case is handled properly from start to finish. With the help of the legal team at Tiano O’Dell, PLLC, you’ll know that your case is in good hands. Contact our offices today at (304) 720-6700.
Note: This post was written for informational purposes only. This post is based on information from secondary sources, and our team has not independently verified the accident details. If you identify any inaccuracies, please contact Tiano O’Dell, PLLC, so that we can update the post with accurate information. We will also remove the post upon request.
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