Car Collides Head-on with Box Truck in Bedford County | Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp

What Happened

A head-on collision shut down Moneta Road for hours when a car collided with a box truck.

Police say the accident occurred when a car headed northbound crossed the center line and collided with the box truck head-on. The accident closed Moneta Road at the intersection with Stony Fork Road in both directions. In total three people were injured, the driver of the car was airlifted to Roanoke Memorial Hospital, while the driver of the truck and his passenger were taken by ambulance to Roanoke Memorial as well.

Only the delivery truck driver has been released from the hospital, there has been no word on the conditions of the other two injured.

The Virginia Personal Injury Lawyers’ Perspective

A person’s injuries suffered in a car accident depend on a number of factors. The speed of the vehicles involved, how a person was sitting in the car, and the point of impact all play a role. Injuries from a head on collision can be very significant, from broken bones to paralysis to wrongful death. Contacting a dedicated and experienced Virginia Beach personal injury attorney can help you gain financial compensation for your pain and suffering. Our focus, when we handle your case, is to pursue the full compensation and financial recovery you deserve, from a lifelong disability or compensation for hospital visits and lost wages. Our firm has represented thousands of accident victims and our lawyers have over 100 years combined legal experience. If you have been hurt in any type of car accident let us help you gain adequate compensation for you injuries. We have settled and delivered millions of dollars in restitution for our clients.

Potentially Helpful Info:

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