Dora, AL (February 17, 2024) – Two people were killed after a single-vehicle car accident in the Dora area on Thursday morning, February 15. The fatal crash occurred on Snowville-Brent Road in Jefferson County early that morning before 1:53 a.m. Two people were reportedly traveling in a white Nissan sedan when it left the road and crashed into a tree.
The vehicle caught fire as a result of the impact. Emergency crews were dispatched to the scene after reports of a fire. Both occupants suffered fatal injuries and were pronounced dead at the scene.
At this time, the circumstances leading to the deadly crash have not been determined. The identities of the deceased parties have not been provided. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being managed by local law enforcement officials, and more updates will be provided as it continues.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the families of the deceased victims at this time.
Deadly Car Crashes in Alabama
A serious car accident can happen at almost any time when you are on the road. Statistics show that vehicle collisions continue to be the leading cause of death and serious injury in the state of Alabama. In a recent year, there were 159,102 collisions reported across the state, according to data from the Alabama Department of Transportation. These collisions resulted in 46,000 injuries in total that year. There were 851 deadly collisions, contributing to 930 deaths. If you or someone close to you is involved in a car crash, you need to be able to take the necessary action to protect your legal rights and pursue a strong claim for recovery.
A deadly car crash can happen without notice and completely change your life. Losing someone close to you is the worse thing that can happen in our lives, and it is even harder to bear when you later find out that the death was caused by another person’s reckless actions. It is common for grieving family members to put off pursuing legal action, but this is often a mistake. The longer you wait to take action, the more likely you will lose important evidence that can be used to back up your case. You need to be able to partner with a trained personal injury lawyer as wrongful death claims are some of the most complicated forms of cases there are.
You need to know that you are not alone after the death of a loved one. If a reckless driver caused the loss of a family member, you need to consult with a trained Dora wrongful death lawyer as soon as possible. The legal team at Maloney-Lyons LLC has a proven track record of helping grieving families from all over Alabama pursue successful wrongful death cases. We are here to answer any and all questions that you may have during a free consultation. If you are ready to get started on your case, give us a call today at 251-225-6105.
