Officials are investigating what happened in Norristown after a SEPTA trolley crashed into a bumper at the end of the tracks at the transit system, causing several people to suffer injuries.
Reports indicate that, on a Sunday morning, a SEPTA trolley on the Norristown High Speed Line struck the bumper at the end of the track, causing eight people to suffer injuries. The trolley’s operator was one of the people hurt in the incident. One person had to be airlifted to the hospital with neck and head injuries. Other injuries were reportedly minor.
A thorough investigation into what occurred was underway, with video being reviewed to determine the cause of the incident. No details were immediately reported about what caused the incident to occur.
Determining Fault in Accidents Like This
For those victims hurt in an accident like this, determining what caused the accident to happen can prove to be critical. It may be poor maintenance, a manufacturer defect, or operator error. That could contribute to whether negligence occurred and who might be responsible for the injuries victims suffered.
Seeking Legal Help Is Often Critical
When there are serious injuries in an accident like this, victims need to be aggressive in seeking legal action. Having an attorney who will investigate what took place, with clarity, is essential to recovering the damages owed to you.
Our legal team at Kwartler Manus is available to help you with any accident you may be involved in. Our SEPTA accident attorneys in Norristown are available to discuss your case in a free consultation.