Burton, SC (November 17, 2022) – A head-on collision in the Burton area resulted in a child being seriously injured on Wednesday afternoon, November 16.
The crash occurred on Roseida Road at around 4:30 p.m. It was reported that a passenger vehicle and a van collided head-on at the scene. Two children were reportedly traveling in the passenger car, but only one suffered serious injuries. The injured party was transported to a local hospital to be treated.
It is unknown if anyone else involved was hurt as only one hospitalization was confirmed.
An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in progress.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family at this time. We hope for a full recovery.
Head-On Collisions in South Carolina
A head-on collision can have terrible and overwhelming consequences. The incident, which lasts only a few seconds, can have profound effects that last a lifetime. You can find yourself with mounting medical bills and an inability to work at all. These types of accidents are the leading cause of fatal car accidents, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. They were to blame for 56 percent of all fatal car accidents in the nation in only 2018 alone.
Whether their injuries are minor or severe, anyone hurt in a car accident deserves just compensation. Accident victims who have suffered severe injuries should talk to knowledgeable attorneys about their legal options. Working with a lawyer who can fight for your right to full compensation is the only way to make sure your legal rights are upheld.
Serious car accidents can result in catastrophic, life-changing injuries that may require prolonged recovery efforts. Another party needs to be held responsible when their reckless actions cause a car accident. Car crashes often result in broken bones, burns, scarring, brain trauma, spinal cord damage, and paralysis, among other injuries. These are serious conditions that might call for pricey medical care. When someone is at fault for a car accident, the victim may be entitled to compensation for past and future medical expenses, lost wages, reduced earning potential, pain and suffering, among other things.
The lawyers at Monge & Associates can help you get just compensation if you were hurt in a car accident that was someone else’s fault. Our attorneys advocate for accident victims in court and help them acquire the tools necessary for a complete recovery—both psychologically and financially. We will exert every effort to ensure that you receive fair compensation for any injuries you sustain in a car accident.
Call a Burton personal injury lawyer at 888-688-1924 if you were hurt in a collision caused by a careless driver.
Note: Our writers used secondary sources when creating this accident news post. We have not independently verified all of the facts surrounding this accident, therefore, if there is any information that is incorrect, contact Monge & Associates immediately. We will correct the post to reflect the most accurate information available. We will remove a post if requested.
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