Simpson Co., KY (January 8, 2025) – A man suffered injuries in a traffic accident while he was clearing roads in Simpson County. The Simpson County Sheriff’s office reports that Tommy Link was involved in a collision on Sunday, January 5, while clearing county roadways. At this time, the specific details of the incident have not been reported. Link was scheduled to have surgery on Monday morning, January 6. Police continue to investigate the details of the accident.
We hope for the full recovery of the injured victim.
Kentucky Car Accidents
Every day, over 400 traffic accidents are reported in Kentucky. Over ¼ of these end in injuries for those involved, while nearly 1% of traffic accidents reported in the Bluegrass state are fatal. Across the nation, over 3 million people are injured in traffic accidents each year while over 40,000 end up losing their lives. Unfortunately, a large percentage of the traffic collisions reported in the US are caused by the actions of negligent drivers.
Driver negligence causes over 90% of reported traffic accidents in the US, according to information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. When drivers are distracted, fatigued, intoxicated, or speeding, they not only put their own lives at risk but also endanger everyone else on the road.
Driver negligence can come in many forms, however; The leading type of negligent driving in the United States today is distraction. Drivers become distracted while behind the wheel by their phones, radios, other people in the vehicle, and more. Each year, tens of thousands of people lose their lives in traffic accidents caused by negligence. For example, over 3,000 people are killed annually due to the actions of distracted drivers.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident caused by a negligent driver, a car crash lawyer in Lexington can help you seek compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages arising from your accident. At Byrnes Law Office, we are dedicated to helping accident victims and their families recover from the damages caused by another motorist’s negligence. Call us at 502-364-2500 to speak with our skilled Simpson County car accident attorney about how we can assist you during this challenging time. We will work to build a strong legal claim and aggressively negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf. Don’t hesitate to reach out to Byrnes Law Office to learn more about how we can help you.
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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.