Police were recently called to the scene of an accident on River Road in Bridgetown Township, Upper Bucks County. A box truck veered off the roadway and struck a tree. Pennsylvania State Police arrived to find two people in the front seat of the truck. Initial reports found that the driver fell asleep at the wheel, causing the accident.
Fatigued driving is highly dangerous and can be nearly as risky as driving intoxicated. A person who is tired, not just someone who actually falls asleep, is unable to respond to changing road conditions and may put others at risk. They drift in and out of sleep. If you or a family member is hurt in an accident with fatigued driving, proving your case can be challenging, but a local Bucks County truck accident lawyer can help.
Police Investigated the Incident
The roadway was straight at the accident site, and no other apparent reason was available to determine why the driver veered off. The driver was cited, and both parties were taken to an area hospital for treatment. The box truck suffered significant damage.
Car accident lawyers in cases like this will work to uncover accurate details of what took place to hold an at-fault party responsible. When you are in such an accident, having a car accident attorney to guide you could be the difference between filing a claim and winning that claim.
If you are hurt in a car accident in Bridgetown Township or the surrounding area, contact Kwartler Manus.