Philadelphia, PA
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Thu, 04/17/2014A motorist is dead following a collision involving a taxi cab in the Philadelphia's Olney section early Friday morning.
The accident happened around 1:40 a.m. on the 7100 block of Old York Road.
Complete Philadelphia County, PA accident reports and news.
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Philadelphia, PAAccidents in Philadelphia County are a major cause of property damage, injury, and death each year
In Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 personal injury 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 how a Philadelphia personal injury attorney can help.
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Philadelphia, PA
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Sun, 04/13/2014According to the fire department, a 26-year-old was seriously injured after a moped collided with a vehicle Monday afternoon.
The accident occurred on 48th Street and Grays Ferry Avenue in the Kingsessing section of the city.
Philadelphia, PA
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Wed, 04/09/2014A pedestrian was rushed to the hospital after being struck by a hit and run driver in Northeast Philadelphia early Thursday morning.
The hit and run happened at about 6:45 a.m. at the intersection of Cottman Avenue and Sackett Street in the city’s Mayfair section.
Philadelphia, PA
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Mon, 04/07/2014Philadelphia police are investigating an accident that sent at least one person to the hospital in the West Oak Lane section Tuesday.
Police say an out of control car careened into a building near 16th and Grange Streets just after 5:00 p.m.
Philadelphia, PA
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Mon, 04/07/2014A person was struck and killed by a car in Cherry Hill Tuesday night.
Police say the victim was walking along the 1500 block of Haddonfield-Berlin Road when he or she was struck by a car.
Philadelphia, PA
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Sun, 04/06/2014A SEPTA bus and car collided Monday morning on a Center City street.
The Route 27 bus and car were involved in an accident around 9:30 on 22nd Street, according to SEPTA.
The impact of the crash took down a traffic light at 22nd and the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.
Philadelphia, PA
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Sun, 04/06/2014A 25-year-old man was killed early Sunday in a two-car crash on I-95 in South Philadelphia that state police said was alcohol-related.
Philadelphia, PA
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Thu, 04/03/2014Crews are responding to the scene of a SEPTA bus accident that resulted in several injuries in Center City Friday evening.
The accident occurred at 11th and Vine Streets.
Philadelphia, PA
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Sun, 03/23/2014Police have identified the driver who was killed after his vehicle crashed and burst into flames in Northeast Philadelphia late Monday night.
The victim has been identified as 39-year-old Eric Ferrell of 1500 block of Seller Street.
Philadelphia, PA
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Sun, 03/16/2014A security guard was injured when an alleged drunk driver crashed into a gate at the Naval Yard in South Philadelphia.
It happened around 7:30 Monday night.
Philadelphia, PA
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Sun, 03/16/2014According to police, around 7:05 a.m. Monday morning crews responded to a car accident on I-676 Westbound near the Walt Whitman Bridge.
State troopers were forced to break the victim’s car window in order to get her out of the vehicle.
Philadelphia, PA
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Fri, 03/14/2014Police say three people were injured when a driver lost control and crashed on Roosevelt Boulevard early Saturday morning.
The accident occurred around 2:00 a.m. just past Adams Avenue in the city's Frankford section.
Philadelphia, PA
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Mon, 03/10/2014Philadelphia Police are investigating a hit and run accident that left a pedestrian seriously injured in North Philadelphia Tuesday.
It happened at 21st Street and Susquehanna Avenue around 3:30 p.m.
Philadelphia, PA
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Sat, 03/08/2014A man is fighting for his life after a car crash on Roosevelt Boulevard in the Hunting Park section of the city.
Philadelphia, PA
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Wed, 03/05/2014Police are seeking the public's help in identifying the driver in a hit-and-run crash late Thursday that left a man clinging to life.