Seaford, DE (June 7, 2023) – A driver was hospitalized following a crash in Seaford on Monday, June 5th. The accident happened around 11:30 a.m. at the intersection of Concord Road and Baker Mill Road.
According to a report from the scene, a car and a dump truck were involved in a collision. As a result, the fully loaded dump truck ended up on top of the car. The impact crushed the car and left the driver trapped inside.
Seaford firefighters responded to the crash scene and extricated the victim in approximately 15 minutes. The man was treated at the scene by paramedics before being transported to a nearby hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. The driver of the dump truck was not hurt in the crash. Neither driver was identified.
There were no other vehicles involved in the collision. It is unclear at this time if any charges will be filed in connection with the accident.
An investigation is underway. There is no further information available.
We would like to extend our thoughts and well wishes to those who were affected by this car accident in Seaford. We hope for a full recovery.
Delaware Car Accidents
Car accidents in Delaware take place on a daily basis. Unfortunately, these crashes can and often do impact the lives of innocent victims. Last year, approximately 8,000 people were injured in collisions that occurred in our state. Most of these accidents would have been preventable through the use of ordinary care and caution. Crashes occur due to careless and reckless driving, speeding, impairment, distraction, and more.
When you or a family member have been hurt in a Delaware car accident, you should have a full understanding of your legal rights. Having an attorney by your side is important in order to help get the compensation that you need following a serious accident. Crashes often result in serious injuries, high medical costs, tremendous physical pain, and emotional trauma. The value of your injury case depends on many factors, but having a consultation with a Delaware car accident lawyer is the first step.
Here at Murphy & Landon, we have a team of skilled lawyers who care about our clients and their futures. Following an accident, you may be experiencing many emotions. We can help take some of the stress off of you and allow you to focus on your healing and recovery while we take care of the legal details of your case. Your time to act may be limited, however, and you should speak with an attorney as soon as possible.
We are standing by to take your call now. Our firm always provides free consultations and case evaluations for all potential and prospective clients. We handle most cases on a contingency fee basis, so there is no financial obligation until we obtain a recovery on your behalf. To schedule a time to speak with a car accident lawyer in Seaford, please reach out to us using our online contact form or give us a call at (302) 472-8100.
Disclaimer: None of the information in this post is intended to be legal advice or medical advice. This is not a solicitation for business. If you have been injured in an accident, get medical attention as soon as possible. The photo used in this post was not taken at this accident scene.