Charleston, WV (January 9, 2024) – At least one person was hurt in a car crash in Charleston on Thursday, January 9. The collision took place at the crossing of MacCorkle Avenue SW and Corridor G N. that afternoon around 3:42 p.m. The injured parties were provided aid by attending medical personnel at the scene.
Ambulances were available to transport the injured parties to local hospitals for further support. There were confirmed injuries at the scene. The number and severity of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The vehicles involved in the crash sustained significant damage, and the roadway was closed for several hours. The roadway was later cleared and reopened to outside traffic some hours later. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing accident investigation.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
High-Speed Crashes in West Virginia
One of the biggest problems with road safety in West Virginia and across the United States is speeding. A lot of crashes in West Virginia are caused by drivers going too fast, and this is confirmed by the latest crash statistics. A car going too fast is a major cause of many dangerous accidents in the state. Between 17 percent and 42 percent of fatal car accidents in the state involve a speeding vehicle. Speeding motorists caused 29 percent of all road deaths in West Virginia in 2021. On average, over 33 people die every day in Charleston alone as a result of speeding-related crashes. If you want to get the most money for your recovery, you should work with a trained legal team to make a personal injury claim.
You do not want to leave your recovery to chance after a serious collision. Instead, you should work closely with a diligent Charleston personal injury lawyer with a proven history of handling successful cases. Contact the offices of Tiano O’Dell, PLLC at (304) 720-6700 to get started on your claim. When you work with us, you will know that your case is in good hands. We offer our clients a free initial consultation, so there’s no reason not to reach out today.
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