Car Accidents Debris From Trailer Causes Multiple Vehicle Crash

Posted on behalf of Donahue & Walsh, P.C. | June 6, 2019

Individuals who transport materials via trailer have a duty to ensure the load is properly tied down and secured. Should a portion of these materials fall off a trailer, nearby drivers may be left with little time to react and steer clear of the debris and car accidents that take place under similar circumstances can have devastating results. One person was airlifted to a hospital after a recent collision in Illinois that left several individuals with injuries.

The incident is said to have taken place on a recent Monday afternoon as the driver of a southbound vehicle was towing a load of metal on a homemade trailer. According to reports, a portion of the metal suddenly fell off the trailer and onto the road. Several nearby drivers reportedly attempted to brake and avoid the debris and the sudden halt in traffic resulted in a multiple-vehicle collision.

After arriving at the scene, emergency responders worked to free one man from within his vehicle and airlifted him to a medical facility shortly thereafter. Authorities have also advised that several others were rushed to a hospital for treatment. An investigation into the crash is underway and police have stated that the driver of the first vehicle has been charged with improperly securing a load.

Car accidents can take place in the blink of an eye and the fallout of such an incident can have a devastating impact on a person’s well-being. Those who suffer serious harm in a crash due to the negligence of another party could benefit from seeking legal counsel early on for guidance on how best to approach the situation. An attorney can evaluate the incident and assist a client in Illinois in pursuing the full amount of restitution entitled through a personal injury claim.

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