Rescue teams were called to the scene of an accident in the Logan section of North Philadelphia. When they arrived, they found a vehicle had struck a tree along Broad Street. Call Kwartler Manus today to speak with a Philadelphia car accident lawyer.
Driver Taken to the Hospital
Police were investigating what occurred. They stated that a truck hit a tree along North Broad Street near Wagner Avenue. The crash happened at about 2:30 am on Thursday. Rescuers took the driver to the hospital after the crash. There was no update on the condition of that driver.
It is unknown what caused the driver to crash into the tree or whether any other parties were involved. Investigators were trying to piece together information for several hours.
Why Drivers Strike Trees
Accidents like this happen often for multiple reasons. In the middle of the night like this, the driver may have fallen asleep behind the wheel for a moment. They may have been distracted, looked up, and then swerved out of the way of an oncoming vehicle. Other times, a driver may suffer a medical emergency, or another vehicle may cause the driver to go off the road. Police will consider a variety of strategies to determine what happened.
Schedule a Free Consultation After Your Accident
At Kwartler Manus, we provide free consultations to victims of accidents and injuries caused by others. If you were hurt in a car accident, contact us to learn more about your rights to seek compensation and justice from those who hurt you.
Blog Disclaimer – Kwartler Manus, LLC
The information provided in this blog is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship. Reading or interacting with this content does not establish an attorney-client relationship with Kwartler Manus, LLC. Every legal matter is unique, and past results, settlements, verdicts, or case outcomes do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any future matter. This content may be considered Attorney Advertising under the rules of Pennsylvania and New Jersey. You should not act or rely upon any information contained in this blog without seeking the advice of a qualified attorney regarding your specific situation. Kwartler Manus, LLC is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, and this blog is intended for residents of those jurisdictions.