On the evening of November 2, 2024 near Lansing, Michigan, the driver of a semi-truck did not heed the stopped traffic on I-96 and collided with several cars. The collision caused the semi-truck to erupt into flames, killing four and injuring 17 others. Three of the four people killed were traveling inside one vehicle, and the other had been ejected due to the force of the crash. The semi-truck driver, along with other motorists impacted by the crash, were transported to the hospital. The section of the interstate affected by the accident remains closed until the structural integrity of the overpass can be evaluated.
Truck Accidents Often Result in Catastrophic Injuries
When you or someone close to you is injured in a motor vehicle accident involving a semi-truck or other large commercial vehicle, it can change your life in an instant. Truck accidents are on the rise despite new laws and stricter federal regulations on the trucking industry. You deserve compensation for the serious injuries you’ve suffered or for the wrongful loss of a loved one.
Should You Seek Legal Help After a Deadly Night Accident?
Driving in the winter when the sun sets early can increase dangers. As the nights grow longer, the risk of being involved in a motor vehicle accident increases, and you may be left with medical bills and more to pay while trying to heal from injuries caused by the negligence of someone else.
If you find yourself suffering injuries and damages as a result of a nighttime accident, a truck accident lawyer with Matz Injury Law will know the steps to take to seek the maximum compensation available for your claim. Call our law office today at 866-226-6833 or use the online contact form to schedule a free consultation about your case.
