Scottsdale, AZ – Injury Accident Blocks L-101 Lanes at Hayden Rd
Scottsdale, AZ (August 3, 2019) – An injury accident on Saturday afternoon, August 3rd, blocked the two right lanes of traffic on Loop 101 at Hayden Road in Scottsdale.
Per officials on the scene, at least two vehicles collided in the eastbound lanes of L-101, also known as the Pima Freeway, around 5:02 p.m. Police and fire rescue units also responded to the scene of the multi-vehicle wreck, which closed the right lanes of traffic for more than an hour. First responders were assisting injured victims and investigating the cause of the crash, though the drivers’ information, as well as their current conditions, have not been released at this time.
All lanes were cleared by 6:30 p.m.
Injury Crashes in Arizona
According to a recent report released by the Arizona Department of Transportation, almost 55,000 accidents and more than 35,000 injuries occurred across the state in 2018 alone. ADOT’s data also shows that serious accidents are on the rise, especially multi-vehicle accidents, with more than half of the yearly total involving multiple injuries and several vehicles.
Critical injuries, exorbitant medical costs, and even job loss or death can plague victims and their families after a wreck. But victims and their families can contact a Phoenix accident lawyer for help after a serious accident, and in some cases, seek fair compensation from a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit.
Our car accident lawyers at ELG Law have years of experience advocating for victims and their families. Even minor collisions can cause stress, hassle, and emotional or physical harm in the long term. Contact our skilled auto accident attorneys at (623) 562-3838 to schedule your free, no-hassle consultation today and learn more about your options.
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