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Westlake, OH – Injury Accident on Columbia Rd at Maple Ridge Rd

Westlake, OH – Injury Accident on Columbia Rd at Maple Ridge Rd

Westlake, OH (April 5, 2024) – On April 3, the officials were called to the scene of an automobile accident that sent one person to an area hospital with injuries. The incident was reported to law enforcement at around 6:15 p.m.

According to reports provided by the Westlake Police Department, a black 2016 vehicle was heading southbound on Columbia Road while approaching the intersection of Maple Ridge Road. At the same time, a white 2013 vehicle was traveling westbound on Maple Ridge Road, approaching the intersection. As the driver of the white vehicle began to turn southbound onto Columbia Road, the vehicle collided with the black vehicle.

The black vehicle was severely damaged in the accident and had to be towed from the scene. The driver of the vehicle, identified as 67-year-old Denise Marie Lesniak, was injured in the crash. The victim was transported to UH St. John Medical Center in Westlake, Ohio, for emergency care. At this time, the incident is under investigation.

We hope Denise Marie Lesniak is able to recover quickly following this crash.

Auto Accidents in Ohio

Navigating the aftermath of a car accident can pose challenges. Unfortunately, the occurrence of auto collisions is a daily reality in Ohio, tallying up to tens of thousands of incidents on our roads annually. The regrettable truth is that a significant number of these reported crashes could have been avoided.

The majority of these incidents result from the actions of careless and reckless drivers. Car accidents involving impaired, speeding or red-light-running drivers consistently result in severe consequences for those involved. Sadly, numerous victims of car crashes are left with lasting injuries that alter the course of their lives.

After an auto accident caused by someone else’s negligence, it can be overwhelming and confusing to deal with the aftermath. This is why it is crucial to seek legal representation from a skilled Westlake car accident lawyer who will fight for your rights and ensure you receive fair compensation for your injuries. In Ohio, time is limited to take action, so seeking help from a car accident lawyer as soon as possible can make all the difference in getting justice served.

Following an accident, your legal representative will manage the legal proceedings on your behalf. This involves conducting a thorough investigation into the crash, gathering evidence from various sources, working with experts to prove your case, and seeking complete compensation for your losses. Throughout this demanding process, your attorney serves as a committed advocate on your behalf.

Over the past two decades, Joseph Law Group has been committed to protecting and advocating for injured victims in Ohio. Our goal is not just to win cases but to restore our clients’ quality of life and ensure they receive justice and compensation after a traumatic experience. We understand that each case involves a real person with unique needs, which is why we dedicate ourselves entirely to providing top-quality legal representation. With our experienced attorneys, vast resources, and unwavering determination to fight for the voiceless, we are confident in our ability to make a positive difference in our clients’ lives. So if you have been wronged due to someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing, trust us to be your advocates during this trying time. Contact Joseph Law Group today at 216-522-1600 for a free consultation and let us help you seek the justice you deserve.

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.

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