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Mon, 11/23/2015Complete Craighead County, AR accident reports and news.
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Jonesboro, ARAccidents in Craighead County are a major cause of property damage, injury, and death each year
In Craighead 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.
When an accident happens in Craighead County, it is important to do the following immediately:
- Remain at the crash scene;
- Check on the condition of all people involved in the crash;
- Call the police;
- Exchange information with other drivers;
- Get contact information from witnesses;
- Inform your insurance company;
- Get appropriate medical treatment, and track the details;
- Take photos of vehicle damage and injuries;
- Consider hiring a personal injury attorney.
An injury attorney handles all the details so that you don't have to.
After a Craighead 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.
Personal injury lawyers offer a no-cost claim evaluation to help you.
Since there is no cost to speak with a lawyer, it is a good idea to learn more about your potential claim. Accident Data Center can help you by connecting you with our network of experienced injury lawyers who can provide you with information about your rights and options. Learn more here about the value of a no-cost legal claim evaluation.
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Thu, 10/22/2015Jonesboro, AR
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Sat, 06/20/2015Jonesboro, AR
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Sun, 05/31/2015A minor was driving a Jeep east on Highway 49 when he began to turn into the Kum & Go store. He realized he was about to turn into the wrong lane and hesitated, leaving him in the middle of traffic. A car heading the other direction struck the Jeep head-on.
Jonesboro, AR
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Fri, 05/01/2015A truck hauling cotton seed was traveling on Highway 49 when the vehicle overturned on a curve, spilling out its load. A passenger in the truck sustained minor injuries, but no one else was hurt. Traffic is slow in the area and officials say it may take 2 or 3 hours to clear the site.
Jonesboro, AR
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Mon, 04/13/2015Two ambulances and state police have been dispatched to an accident that occured on Bono Hill on Highway 63. Police say there are injuries, but how many and their severity have not yet been reoprted. Check back for updates.
Jonesboro, AR
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Fri, 04/03/2015One woman was killed and another injured in a collision on Highway 351 Friday evening.
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Wed, 11/12/2014 Damontay Wright reportedly tried to get a driver's lisence at the State Police Headquarters, but when an officer asked him about driving without a license, he got in his car and drove away. Officers chased him until he crashed into a home. Fortunately no one was hurt.
Jonesboro, AR
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Wed, 10/15/2014Barbara Bennett and her husband, 81-year-old Verlan Barnett, were driving near the Marion Berry Parkway Interserction when they were struck head on by a driver who crossed the centerline.
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Sun, 10/12/2014Tori Henry, a senior at Paragould High School, was driving on Johnson Avenue when a buck hit her car on the driver's side. It's antlers came through the window and hit Henry in the jaw. After a five hour long surgery, she is expected to recover.