Louisville, KY (April 22, 2020) – A motor vehicle accident late Sunday evening resulted in injuries. At around 9:35 p.m., on April 19, the Louisville Metro Police Department responded to the scene of a motor vehicle accident in Jefferson County.
Reports indicate that a major motor vehicle accident occurred on Interstate 264 West near mile marker 11.4 at Freedom Way. The accident blocked all westbound lanes of the roadway, causing a sprawling delay in traffic as first responders tended to the injured.
At least one person involved in this collision was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
The LMPD is currently investigating to determine the cause of the crash.
Our thoughts are with those injured in this accident.
Serious Car Accidents in Kentucky
Motor vehicle accidents happen every day in Kentucky and can be life-changing for the people involved. In fact, more than 7000 people each year are injured in an accident in Kentucky. Many victims who are injured in these crashes have to undergo emergency surgery and require extensive medical treatment for their injuries. Being hospitalized and forced out of work can have a devastating impact on victims and their families. Not only are victims forced to endure overwhelming mental and physical suffering, but they often face far-reaching financial consequences as well. Victims who are injured in accidents that occur as a result of another drivers’ actions should contact a car accident attorney in Kentucky as soon as possible to protect their legal rights.
Attorney Aaron Whaley at The Whaley Law Firm works tirelessly to help victims move forward after suffering injuries in a serious accident. Our Kentucky personal injury attorney firmly believes that innocent victims should never be forced to endure financial hardships due to the reckless, careless, and negligent actions of others. For this reason, The Whaley Law Firm provides aggressive and competent legal representation to ensure that the person responsible for an accident is held accountable for their actions. Attorney Whaley stops at nothing to ensure victims collect full and fair compensation for medical treatment, lost wages, and various other damages they face. Contact our law firm in Kentucky at (502) 583-4022 to schedule a free case evaluation to see how our team can help you.
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Disclaimer: As esteemed members of the local community, we at The Whaley Law Firm are always striving to improve safety for all Kentucky drivers who live and work in our beautiful state. We are, of course, always extremely saddened by these tragic accidents that happen on a daily basis but we do hope that by bringing awareness to the dangers that are lurking at every turn, other members of our community will take the necessary precautions to avoid these crashes. This is not intended to be a solicitation for business. Please do not misconstrue any of this information as legal or medical advice. The photos depicted in this post are not representative of the actual accident scene.