Mesa, AZ – Injury Wreck Blocks Right Lane of L-101 at Elliot Rd
Mesa, AZ (July 31, 2019) – An injury crash on Wednesday afternoon, July 31st, blocked the right lane of Loop 101 at Elliot Road in Mesa.
According to authorities who responded to the injury wreck, multiple vehicles collided in the northbound lanes of L-101, also known as the Price Freeway, around 5:50 p.m. Police and fire rescue units were on the scene and said that the accident involved at least two vehicles colliding in the right lanes. First responders were assisting the injured victims and determining the cause of the collision, though the drivers’ information and their current conditions have not been released at this time.
All lanes reopened just before 6:30 p.m., though traffic remained slow in the area through rush hour.
Injury Accidents in Arizona
With nearly 55,000 accidents and more than 35,000 accident injuries occurring across the state of Arizona in 2018, serious wrecks are on the rise. In fact, Arizona saw a three-year high in fatalities and injuries from wrecks in 2017, and according to the Department of Public Safety’s data, more than half of these accidents involved at least one injury and more than one vehicle.
From costly medical expenses to critical long-term injuries and even job loss or death, victims and their families can suffer unfortunate circumstances after a wreck. But those affected can contact a Phoenix accident lawyer for help, and in some cases, seek fair compensation from a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit.
Our car accident attorneys at ELG Law have years of experience advocating for victims and their families affected by these serious car wrecks. Even minor collisions can cause stress, hassle, and emotional or physical harm. Contact our skilled auto accident lawyers at (623) 562-3838 to schedule your free, no-hassle consultation today.
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