Two Die in Single-Car Crash in Pennsylvania

Two people died in a single-car crash that involved a tree in Pennsylvania. Investigators believe speed was a factor in the collision.

The accident occurred in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania around 6 am in the 700 block of West Pine Street.

Two other young adults who were in the backseat of the vehicle were seriously injured in the crash.

Young Drivers are High-Risk Drivers

Like anything, driving requires practice and experience. The less time someone has been driving the higher risk they are.

Add to that the fact that young drivers sometimes use poor judgment and/or are distracted when driving. This tends to occur for many because there are several young passengers in a vehicle with young drivers.

While investigators are not sure exactly what caused the Pennsylvania accident other than speed being a factor, it is understandable why people might think inexperience played a role since everyone in the vehicle was young.

Despite many laws in place to protect young drivers, they are involved in more collisions than more experienced drivers. This is why insurance companies charge more for young and inexperienced drivers.

Good judgment and the unwillingness to take unnecessary risks usually take time to develop, which is one of the reasons young drivers are high-risk.

Do I Need to Contact an Attorney If My Child Was Injured While in a Vehicle with an Inexperienced Driver?

Vehicle accidents are traumatic and unexpected. This is especially true when those involved are young adults.

Following a collision, families can feel overwhelmed by emotional, physical, and financial hardship.

Fortunately, those involved in collisions don’t have to struggle with the consequences of a car crash without legal support. No matter who was responsible for an accident – another vehicle or the driver of the vehicle your child was riding in – an experienced accident attorney can help you file a bodily injury claim and get the compensation your family deserves.

At Heavens Law, we understand how difficult vehicle accidents are, especially when they involve young people. Car crashes can be life-altering. The last thing you need if your son or daughter is injured in an accident with friends is to worry about financial compensation and other issues that arise after a collision.

For more information or to discuss your situation and find out whether your family might qualify for compensation, contact Heavens Law at 484-467-8254. All phone consultations are free and confidential, with no obligation beyond that.