Multi-vehicle accidents are powerful, sometimes devastating events that occur within an alarmingly short amount of time and often with little or no warning. A recent accident in Philadelphia reportedly involved five vehicles. Although there were fortunately no fatalities, two people sustained injuries and all the cars were damaged. Soaring medical bills and property damage are what people are frequently left to cope with in the aftermath of a multi-vehicle accident.
Figuring out what caused the accident
Because these accidents can get messy, with multiple parties possibly responsible, figuring out the causes and contributing factors isn’t easy. The following are some of the pieces of evidence that need to get sorted through:
- Testimony from drivers, passengers, and any bystanders.
- Photo evidence and footage from any video camera in the area that may have captured the event in whole or part.
- Reports from the police and from insurance companies.
- Information about the conditions of the road, including the weather at the time.
Some of the questions people need to ask include:
- What set the accident off?
- Was any one driver primarily responsible?
At the Levensten Law Firm, we fight for you to receive the compensation you deserve. If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident, contact the Philadelphia Accident Lawyers at the Levensten Law Firm at www.levenstenlawfirm.com, www.accidentphiladelphia.com or 215-545-5600 for a free consultation.