Cleveland, OH (October 3, 2023) – Two people were hospitalized as a result of a major truck accident that took place in the Brooklyn Centre neighborhood on Monday morning, October 2.
At around 8:30 a.m., officers with the Cleveland Police Department were called to the scene of an accident that occurred on Denison Avenue.
Reports from CPD show that a semi-truck and a van collided in the 1300 block of the roadway on the city’s west side.
The police responded to the scene and located the two damaged vehicles.
The driver of the van suffered serious injuries due to the accident. The driver of the semi also suffered undisclosed injuries. The two victims were transported to MetroHealth Medical Center for emergency care. There were no passengers in the van at the time of the accident.
The Cleveland Police Department is investigating the incident.
We hope both drivers are able to recover quickly.
Truck Accidents in Ohio
Trucking collisions across the state of Ohio leave more than 6,000 people seriously injured every year. Unfortunately, these massive vehicles continue to cause harm to innocent people sharing our roadways. Truck accidents are more likely to result in significant injury for those involved due to the size and weight of these vehicles. When people are traveling nearby in small passenger vehicles and compact cars, they stand little chance in automobile collisions with large commercial vehicles.
Unfortunately, truck crash victims are often left with severe compound fractures, head and neck injuries, and other significant injuries that require extensive medical care. Dealing with the aftermath of an accident can be quite challenging, especially while having to go through medical treatment for several weeks or even months after a crash. Dealing with the financial burdens that come with an automobile collision just makes the situation even more challenging.
After being harmed in an accident, it is crucial that victims are aware of their legal rights. Seeking guidance from a Cleveland truck accident lawyer can help to ensure that you are aware of the actions that you can take for getting justice after being harmed.
At Joseph Law Group, we are committed to providing five-star legal representation that not only fights for our clients’ rights and compensation but also helps them on the path toward restoring their quality of life. Our dedication to each individual client sets us apart in the world of personal injury law. We recognize that our clients are real people who have experienced one of the most challenging situations in life. For this reason, we work hard to ensure they are able to reach their goals in recovery and get the care that they need.
With decades of combined experience, extensive resources, and a passion for seeking justice, our attorneys will fight tirelessly to ensure that your voice is heard and you receive the compensation you deserve. If you have been injured due to someone else’s negligence, contact our Ohio personal injury law firm at 216-522-1600 for a free consultation. We will be there every step of the way to support and advocate for you during this challenging time.
Note: Our writers use outside sources when writing these posts. These outside sources include but are not limited to news outlet reports, local and state police accident reports, social media posts, eyewitness accounts, and other sources about accidents that take place in and around the Greater Cleveland area. We do not independently verify the facts surrounding this injury accident. If there is something inaccurate in our story, please notify us immediately so that we can correct the post as soon as possible. We will remove a story if requested.
Disclaimer: Our team of attorneys at Joseph Law Group has been helping injured victims and their families throughout the state of Ohio for decades. We hope that these posts will be a reminder to our community members to use an abundance of caution when operating a motor vehicle to avoid and prevent being involved in a serious accident that results in injury. This is not a solicitation for business. None of the information in this post is intended to be medical or legal advice. The photo used in this post was not taken at the accident scene.
