South Carolina Sees Numerous Truck Crashes Within a Week
In the space of just a week, numerous South Carolina truck accidents have caused several deaths and serious injuries. These accidents highlight the destructive power of semi-trucks, and their ability to cause serious accidents across the entire state. If you have survived a serious truck accident, you may be well aware of this reality. After suffering injuries in a truck accident, you may want to discuss your legal options alongside a Charleston personal injury lawyer.
South Carolina Political Candidate Killed in Semi-Truck Accident
On June 1st, 2024, a candidate for the South Carolina House of Representatives lost his life after striking the rear of a parked semi-truck on Highway 25. Police say that the truck was parked legally, but it had stopped on the median. The Highway Patrol is continuing to investigate the incident.
Driver Struck by Tractor Trailer After Running Out of Gas
On June 2nd, 2024, the Highway Patrol revealed that a driver had been killed on the I-20. The individual ran out of gas before exiting his vehicle. After he exited the vehicle, a passing tractor-trailer struck him and caused fatal injuries. No other details were reported, and it is not clear whether the trucker exhibited any negligence behind the wheel.
Grocery Store Employee Hit by Truck in Pickens
On June 3rd, 2024, police reported that a grocery store employee had been struck and injured by a passing truck while trying to gather up shopping carts. The teen’s injuries were so severe that he required an air ambulance to the nearest hospital. Thankfully, the young man survived the accident – but his long-term health issues are not yet clear.
Car Gets Lodged Underneath Semi-Truck on I-85
On June 5th, 2023, officials reported that a car had become stuck underneath a semi-truck on I-85. The accident occurred near Spartanburg County, but the Highway Patrol did not reveal how it happened. In past crashes, cars have become lodged underneath semi-trucks after getting caught in their blind spots. There was no word on whether this crash had caused serious injuries.
Driver Dies After Wrong-Way Collision With Semi-Truck
On June 6th, 2023, a driver died after driving the wrong way down I-77. The driver collided with a semi-truck near Columbia, and this collision was enough to cause fatal injuries. Once again, the Highway Patrol did not reveal much information about this accident, and they failed to disclose why the driver was driving in the wrong direction. In the past, these kinds of accidents have occurred due to confusing signage or construction zones.
Find an Experienced Truck Accident Lawyer in South Carolina
Mickelsen Dalton, LLC has assisted numerous injured plaintiffs after serious truck accidents in South Carolina. Recent crashes across the State have shown just how dangerous these accidents can be. Whether a truck crash has caused a death in the family or serious injuries, you are perfectly justified in exploring your legal options. Book your consultation today to discuss these options in more detail.
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