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Reckless Driver May Have Caused Violent Accident

Joseph Paulozzi
October 15, 2019

The last thing you should ever have to worry about when you are following traffic laws is that you will be struck and injured due to the careless or negligent actions of another driver. Unfortunately, there may be a time when you need a Cleveland car accident attorney. At Paulozzi LPA, our knowledgeable and experienced team is ready to help you secure the compensation you deserve. Today, we want to discuss a recent crash that may have been caused by a reckless motorist on I-90.

What happened in this horrific case?

A recent fiery crash on I-90 east may have been caused by a reckless driver, according to a witness. The incident happened on October 15 and led to the driver of a white sedan to be ejected from his car. I-90 was closed for nearly three hours as the car exploded into flames.The man who was ejected ended up approximately 50 yards from his car in the middle of the highway. He was taken to MetroHealth Medical Center. According to police, the victim suffered from a facial fracture and tissue injuries.One witness on the scene told police that the driver of a Dodge Ram had cut him off and was driving recklessly. Another witness provided the same information to police.

What we know about car accidents in our area

Car accidents are not uncommon in and around Cleveland. According to data from the year 2017 in Ohio, there were:

  • 1,094 traffic-crash fatalities
  • 18,832 traffic-crash injuries

It is not uncommon for our Cleveland car accident attorneys to help clients who have sustained serious injuries in a crash, including:

These injuries often require extensive medical procedures and can lead to major medical bills for victims. If an injured crash victim cannot work while they recover, they could lose the income they need to support themselves and their families.Unfortunately, most car accidents occur due to a driver’s carelessness or negligence. This can include:

  • Operating recklessly or at high speeds
  • Operating while impaired by alcohol or drugs
  • Operating while distracted by a phone or other device

Let us help you get the compensation you deserve

If you or someone you care about has been injured due to the negligent or careless actions of another driver, you may be entitled to significant compensation. At Paulozzi LPA, our knowledgeable and experienced team is going to get to the bottom of what happened. We will not let the insurance companies take advantage of you as we move to secure the following:

  • Your medical expenses related to the crash
  • Lost wages and benefits if you cannot work
  • Pain and suffering damages
  • Loss of personal enjoyment damages

We may even be able to secure punitive damages against a grossly negligent driver. When you need a Cleveland car accident attorney, you can contact us for a free consultation by clicking here or calling us at 888-710-0040.

Joseph Paulozzi
October 15, 2019
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