Winifrede, WV (January 5, 2024) – There were reported injuries following a traffic accident in the Winifrede area on Saturday, January 4. The collision happened at the crossing of Fields Creek Road and Norfolk Street at around 5:19 p.m. At least one person involved in the crash was hurt.
At this time, the number and severity of the related damages have not been confirmed. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to render aid to the involved parties. Those requiring further treatment were transported to a local hospital for further treatment. The roadway was temporarily closed while local authorities worked to clear the scene, and tow trucks were dispatched to remove the resulting wreckage and reopen the area to outside traffic. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the collision is in progress.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Speeding-related Accidents in West Virginia
Speeding is known to greatly increase the risk of a serious crash, and drivers who engage in this negligent behavior are common causes of life-changing accidents. In 2021, 12,330 people were killed in speeding-related accidents across the country, and almost 24 percent of drivers aged 18 to 44 who were involved in deadly accidents were speeding at the time of impact. Nearly one-third of reported traffic fatalities nationwide in the past 20 years have involved speeding drivers, and this negligent behavior is a significant cause of fatal accidents on dry, wet, snowy, and icy roads. Speeding was a factor in 27.8 percent of deadly accidents in 2022, outranking other behaviors. If you or someone close to you is hurt by a reckless driver, you need to be ready to pursue a claim for compensation by working with a competent team of lawyers with a proven history of handling successful injury claims.
The steps you take immediately after a collision can help you determine the rest of your life. That’s why you should consult with a competent Winifrede personal injury lawyer to make sure your case starts as strong as possible. Contact the offices of Tiano O’Dell, PLLC today at (304) 720-6700 to get started on your case.
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