In Russell County, statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration show that traffic crashes remain a primary public safety issue. Car, truck, bicycle, pedestrian, and motorcycle accidents are all a common occurrence, despite improvements in vehicle safety features, road design, bicycle and pedestrian corridors, and traffic signs.
After a Russell County accident, there are many issues that need to be handled immediately. Dealing with doctors, repair shops, car rental companies, police, and insurance companies is overwhelming, especially when someone is seriously injured. At this point, many injured people choose to hire a personal injury attorney whose job it is to handle the details and paperwork so that you can focus on recovery.
Since there is no cost to speak with a lawyer, it is a good idea to learn more about your potential claim. Connect with an experienced Russell County personal injury lawyer(link is external) who can provide you with information about your rights and options. Learn more here about the value of a no-cost legal claim evaluation.
The single-vehicle accident happened around 4:30 p.m. Sunday on Boswell Road west of Phenix City. Jerry Wayne Baker II and Dakota James Lancour, both of Seale, died when the 1997 Chevrolet Camaro they were passengers in departed the roadway and they were ejected.
The family of a 12-year-old boy is now mourning his death. Christopher Haywood passed away Friday, June 27 at around 1:15 p.m. following a motorcycle accident.
According to Russell County Deputy Coroner Lawman Davis, the cause of death appears to be blunt force trauma to the head.
A Fort Mitchell teen was killed in a car crash early Monday morning at the intersection of U.S. 431 and Uchee Hill Highway.
State troopers say Jana Hobbs, 16, was killed when her car collided with another vehicle. She was a student at Russell County High School.
