Laurel Co., KY (November 29, 2024) – A car crash happened in Laurel County on Thursday, November 28, that ended in injuries in Laurel County. Police responded to the scene on Interstate 75 near Mile Marker 47 after receiving reports concerning the incident. At least one person was hurt in the accident and transported to the hospital for further evaluation and treatment. Traffic was rerouted southbound at exit 49 due to the presence of emergency responders at the scene. The road was closed for approximately two hours while responders worked at the scene, forcing local drivers to find alternate routes. Police in Laurel County continue to investigate.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims as we hope for their full recovery.
Kentucky Car Accidents
Every day, vehicle collisions happen in Kentucky. Across our state, there are over 150,000 traffic incidents annually, with over 25,000 resulting in injuries. Sadly, Kentucky auto accidents result in the deaths of almost 700 persons annually. Unfortunately, driver recklessness is at blame for the majority of these incidents, which are avoidable.
In Kentucky as well as the United States, the majority of recorded auto accidents are now caused by negligent driving. Negligent driving is a contributing factor in over 90% of automobile collisions recorded in the US each year, according to data from the National Highway Traffic Highway Association. Distracted, tired, drunk, or speeding drivers put not just their own lives but also the lives of other road users in danger when they get behind the wheel.
There are many distinct types of negligent driving, such as speeding, alcohol, distraction, and exhaustion. For instance, drunk driving results in about 11,000 yearly deaths, while drunk driving results in over 12,000 annual fatalities. In addition, driver distraction results in over 400,000 traffic accidents annually.
If you or a loved one of yours has suffered injuries in an auto accident caused by negligent driving, a car wreck lawyer in Laurel County can help you recover by filing a compensation claim. At the Byrnes Law Office, we work diligently to help accident victims and those they love to recover from the injuries and losses they may have suffered in car accidents caused by negligent drivers.
Call our law office at 502-364-2500 to talk to an attorney about how we can help you recover. We can build you a solid legal claim while aggressively negotiating with the insurance company. Please do not hesitate to contact our firm to learn more about how we can help you at this time.
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Disclaimer: The Byrnes Law Office is dedicated to improving safety for Kentucky drivers. Our goal is to raise awareness about the dangers of driving and the need to use caution. This is not a solicitation for business, and none of the information constitutes legal or medical advice. Photos in this post are not of the actual accident scene.