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The Latest News About Philadelphia Injury and Car-Truck Accident Cases

Saile & Saile LLP is dedicated to keep you up-to-date with news regarding car accidents and accident cases around New Jersey and Pennsylvania. We continually offer news items regarding Philadelphia car accidents, providing relevant information on how to proceed with a car accident-related personal injury claim, and how to keep yourself and your family safe on our roads.

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Auto Accidents

Man Found in Road Following Apparent Bensalem Pedestrian Accident
May 19, 2012
An apparent Bensalem pedestrian accident left a man in critical condition after police found him lying on the shoulder in the 2700 block of Street Road. The police responded to the incident at approximately 11:00 PM on Saturday night, April 28, 2012, in Bucks County.

According to reports, Bensalem police found the man lying on the shoulder of eastbound Street Road just after 11:00 PM. The pedestrian has been identified as Kevin Hubbard, 45, of the Parkwood Section of Philadelphia.

Rescue crews transported Mr. Hubbard to Aria Health Torresdale Campus and then the University of Pennsylvania Hospital where he was treated for injuries sustained in the accident. Police indicate that the victim’s injuries are consistent with being struck by a vehicle or falling from one. He was listed in critical condition.

The driver fled the accident scene and has yet to be located by authorities. Police are asking anyone who may have seen Mr. Hubbard that evening or has information concerning the accident to call (215) 633-3638.

The Bensalem pedestrian accident remains under investigation by local authorities as they determine the cause of the accident.

This is an unfortunate incident, and we wish Mr. Hubbard a quick recovery during this challenging time.
Morrisville Car Accident Claims Life of 1, Injures 2
May 18, 2012
A Morrisville car accident involving two vehicles claimed the life of one person and sent two others to the hospital after the vehicles collided along Route 1 in the early morning. The incident took place at approximately 4:00 AM on Sunday, May 13, 2012, in Bucks County.

According to reports, two vehicles crashed into one another along the northbound lanes of Route 1 near Route 32 just before 4:00 AM. There was no early indication as to what caused the vehicles to collide or who was at fault.

Rescue crews pronounced one person dead at the scene of the accident. Two others were transported to St. Mary’s Hospital where they were treated for injuries sustained in the accident. Details concerning their injuries or conditions were not immediately made known.

Early-morning commuters were inconvenienced for an unspecified amount of time to allow police to conduct their investigation and clear the accident scene.

The fatal two-vehicle Morrisville car accident remains under investigation by local authorities as they determine what caused the accident and who was at fault.

This is a terrible accident, and we extend our thoughts and condolences to everyone that has been affected by this tragedy.
Philadelphia Car Accident Leaves Two Injured
May 16, 2012
A Philadelphia car accident involving two women sent both victims to a local hospital where they were treated for unspecified injuries. The incident took place at approximately 6:00 PM on Tuesday, May 8, 2012, in the North Philadelphia area.

According to reports, two women were involved in a car accident at 20th Street and Sedgley Avenue in North Philadelphia. It was unclear as to how many vehicles were involved in the wreck or which woman was driving the vehicle they were traveling in.

Rescue crews transported the two women, a 16-year-old and a 26-year-old, to Hahnemann Hospital where they were both treated for injuries sustained in the Tuesday evening crash. The extent of their injuries was not immediately made available; however, they were both listed in stable condition.

The Philadelphia car accident remains under investigation by local authorities. There was no early indication as to how the accident occurred or who may have been at fault. The victim’s identities were not made known.

No other injuries were reported as a result of the collision. Anyone with information concerning the accident has been asked to contact local authorities.

This is a terrible incident, and we wish both victims a speedy recovery during this difficult time.
Levittown Car Accident Leaves Officer Injured
May 15, 2012
A Levittown car accident involving two vehicles, including a police cruiser, leaves two people injured. The incident took place at approximately 4:00 AM on Friday, May 11, 2012, at the intersection of Tyburn Road and New Falls Road in Bucks County.

According to reports, the driver of a Mercedes Benz crossed the double-yellow centerline at Tyburn and New Falls roads and slammed into a police cruiser head-on. The officer has been identified as 28-year-old Matthew Killeen.

Officer Killeen, who has been on the force for three years, was transported to St. Mary’s Medical Center where he was treated for injuries sustained in the collision. His injuries include a broken pelvis and broken hip. His condition was not immediately made known.

Rescue crews also transported the unidentified driver to St. Mary’s Medical Center. It was unclear as to the extent of the person’s injuries.

Morning commuters were inconvenienced for several hours as crews closed all lanes along Tyburn Road to clear the accident scene.

The two-vehicle Levittown car accident remains under investigation by local authorities. There was no early indication as to how the early-morning accident occurred.

This is a terrible incident, and we wish both victims a speedy recovery during this unfortunate time.
Three Injured in Philadelphia Car Accident
May 08, 2012
A Philadelphia car accident involving at least one vehicle left three people injured. The incident took place at approximately 10:15 AM on Saturday, May 5, 2012, along I-95 near Academy Road.

According to authorities, police were dispatched to a car accident along I-95 near Academy Road where they found three people injured as a result of the wreck. Rescue crews transported all three victims to nearby hospitals, including one to Torresdale Aria Hospital. There were no details concerning their injuries or conditions immediately made available by officials.

It was unclear as to how many vehicles were involved in the collision, how the accident occurred and who may have been at fault. The identities of those involved in the weekend crash were not immediately made known.

Morning commuters were inconvenienced after crews were forced to shut down 1-95 North from Academy Road to Woodhaven resulting in serious traffic delays. The interstate was reopened by 11:00 AM.

The Philadelphia car accident remains under investigation by local authorities as they determine how the accident occurred. No other details concerning the wreck were released.

This is an unfortunate incident, and we wish all the victims a speedy recovery during this difficult time.
Falls Township Car Accident Sends 2 to Hospital
Apr 17, 2012
A Falls Township car accident in Bucks County sends two people to the hospital with serious injuries after two vehicles collide along a busy roadway. The incident took place at approximately 8:30 PM on Thursday, April 12, 2012, along Route 13.

According to reports, two vehicles collided along Route 13 near West Trenton Road on Thursday evening in Bucks County. Police indicate that the force of the impact caused one of the cars to roll over on its roof. The accident required emergency crews to shut down Route 13 as they cleared the accident scene and tended the two injured motorists.

Rescue crews transported two victims to a local hospital where they were treated for injuries sustained in the crash. Their injuries have been described as serious. However, details concerning their identities and conditions were not immediately made available by authorities.

The two-vehicle Falls Township car accident is still under investigation by local authorities. There was no immediate indication as to what or who caused the two vehicles to collide. Anyone with information concerning the accident has been asked to contact investigators.

This is an unfortunate accident and we wish both victims a speedy recovery during this difficult time.
Store Employee Injured in Bensalem Car Accident
Apr 17, 2012
A Bensalem car accident involving a single vehicle left three injured, including a store employee, after a car slammed through the front window of a local business. The incident took place at approximately 10:30 AM on Monday, April 18, 2012, in the 2300 block of Bristol Road in Bucks County.

According to reports, an unidentified 78-year-old man lost control of his vehicle and crashed into the front of a Hallmark Store on Bristol Road near Hulmeville Road. Police believe that the man may have accelerated forward, causing his car to jump the curb and slam into the wall, front window, and a display case located in the store.

Rescue crews transported the driver, his wife and a store employee to Aria Health’s Torresdale campus in Philadelphia. They were all reported as having minor injuries. Their identities were not immediately made known.

Workers had the front window to the store boarded up by the afternoon. The store’s main structure was reported as being sound.

The single-vehicle Bensalem car accident remains under investigation by local authorities. There was no initial indication as to what caused the 78-year-old to slam into the Hallmark store.

This is a terrible accident, and we wish all three victims a speedy recovery.
Man in Critical Condition Following a Bristol Township Car Accident
Apr 13, 2012
A Bristol Township car accident involving four vehicles sends two to the hospital, including one in critical condition. The incident took place at approximately 9:30 AM on Sunday, April 8, 2012, along Route 13 in Bucks County.

According to local police, a white van traveling northbound on Route 13 collided with a 1998 Ford Escort that was heading northbound along Haines Road and attempting to cross Route 13. The force of the impact sent the van into a guardrail and then a 2011 GMC Terrain, which was stopped at a red light. The GMC Terrain was then forced into a blue 2002 Ford Explorer.

Rescue crews transported the driver of the Escort to St. Mary Medical Center in Middletown after he was extricated from his vehicle. The victim has been identified as a 54-year-old Levittown resident. He was listed in critical condition.

The 40-year-old driver of the van, also a Levittown resident, was taken to the hospital where he was released after being evaluated. Fortunately, there were no other injuries reported as a result of the wreck.

The four-vehicle Bristol Township car accident remains under investigation by local authorities. There was no immediate indication as to what caused the accident. Anyone with information regarding the crash has been asked to contact Bristol Township police at (267) 812-3047.

We extend our thoughts to everyone affected by this serious accident and wish them a speedy recovery.
Bristol Township Car Accident Claims Life of 17-Year-Old
Apr 05, 2012
A Bristol Township car accident involving a single vehicle claimed the life of a Harry S. Truman High School junior after he lost control of his vehicle. The incident took place at approximately 6:45 PM on Tuesday, April 3, 2012, along Emilie Road.

According to police, the driver of a 2002 Acura RSX was traveling eastbound along Emilie Road when he lost control of his vehicle. He crossed over the opposing lane where his vehicle went up a grass shoulder and slammed into a tree. The crash occurred between Indian Creek Place and Golden Turn.

The victim has been identified as Eddie Brodecki, 17, of Levittown. Unfortunately, Mr. Brodecki, a member of his school’s varsity baseball team, lost his life in the accident.

Initial reports indicate that no one else was involved or injured in the collision. Emilie Road was closed for approximately four hours as crews investigated and cleaned up the accident scene.

The fatal Bristol Township car accident is still under investigation by local authorities. There was no immediate indication as to what caused the young man to lose control of his vehicle.

This is a tragic accident, and we extend our thoughts and condolences to the victim’s family and friends during this difficult time.
Philadelphia Car Accident Claims Life of Girl, Injures 4 Others
Mar 29, 2012
A Philadelphia car accident involving an alleged intoxicated driver claimed the life of a girl and left four others injured. The incident took place at approximately 12:30 PM on Sunday, March 25, 2012, at 8th Street and Washington Avenue in the South Philadelphia area.

According to local police, the driver of a 2012 Chevy Impala ran a red light at the intersection of 8th Street and Washington Avenue and slammed into a sport utility vehicle (SUV). The force of the impact sent the SUV into a nearby restaurant, pinning a young girl between the SUV and the building.

Unfortunately, the 11-year-old victim lost her life due to injuries sustained in the accident. Rescue crews transported her stepmother, 3-year-old brother and the driver of the SUV to a nearby hospital. An employee of the restaurant was also taken to the hospital. All four victims were reported as being in stable condition.

The driver of the Impala has been identified as Max Drosi, 28, of Miami, Florida. Police believe that Mr. Drosi was looking down at his GPS when the accident occurred. They also believe that he was under the influence of either drugs or alcohol.

The fatal two-vehicle Philadelphia car accident remains under investigation by local authorities. Mr. Drosi was charged with homicide by vehicle.

This is a tragic accident, and we extend our thoughts and condolences to the victims’ family and friends during this difficult time.