Institute, WV (February 5, 2025) – At least one person sustained injuries after a car crash outside of Institute on Tuesday, February 4. The accident occurred at the 50 block of Interstate 64 that morning around 10:28 a.m. Two vehicles were reportedly involved in the collision.
There were confirmed injuries at the scene, but the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been confirmed so far. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched in order to render aid to the involved parties. Those requiring additional treatment and examination were later transferred to local hospitals. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. The area was temporarily closed until tow trucks were able to remove the resulting wreckage and other debris. While no further information on the crash is currently available, local authorities are handling the ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident. More information will be released as the investigation progresses.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Speeding-related Crashes in West Virginia
When you drive fast, you are at a much higher risk of being in a major accident. The impact usually involves a lot of force, which increases the chance of major or life-threatening injuries. In 2021, speeding caused nearly 28 percent of deadly crashes, 13 percent of injury crashes, and nine percent of accidents that caused property damage. In 2022, over 12,000 people died in high-speed crashes, and the number of deaths from these accidents went up by almost eight percent from 2020 to 2021. In the latter year, a total 12,330 people died due to speeding drivers. From 2018 to 2021, dangerous crashes caused by speeding increased by 28.1 percent. If you or a loved one is hurt in a serious crash, it’s important that you’re ready to take action to protect your legal rights. This often means working closely with a competent team of lawyers to make sure your case is handled properly from start to finish.
You do not want to be on your own when go up against a large insurer to get the full recovery you are owed. You must be ready to pursue a strong personal injury claim after a serious collision with the help of a competent Institute car accident lawyer. Contact the offices of Tiano O’Dell, PLLC, today at (304) 720-6700 to get started on your claim.
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 we can update the post with accurate information. We will also remove the post upon request.
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