Verbena, AL – Local Man Dies in Collision on US-31

Verbena, AL (April 29, 2024) – On Sunday, April 28, a local man was killed after a two-vehicle crash in the Verbena area. The deadly accident took place on US-31 that night around 6:11 p.m. Emergency crews were rushed to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties.

It was later revealed that 31-year-old Phillip L. Williams was driving a Volkswagen Atlas when he collided with a Chevrolet Tahoe driven by 35-year-old Kayla Montgomery of Jemison. The vehicle left the roadway where it overturned. Williams was ejected from the vehicle and sustained fatal injuries in the impact. No other injuries were reported in the collision. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being managed by local law enforcement officials, and more information will be reported as it continues. 

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.

Deadly Car Accidents in Alabama

Statistics show that car crashes continue to be the leading cause of fatalities and serious injuries in Alabama and the rest of the United States. On American highways, there are more than six million documented auto accidents annually, resulting in over two million permanent injuries. Every year, over 40,000 people are killed in collisions across the state, and many of these crashes include reckless driving of some kind. Nearly 90 percent of reported crashes are the result of human error. It is difficult to predict if or when you will be involved in a serious crash, and it is important that you have a plan to pursue a recovery. To recover lost compensation, you might be able to file a wrongful death claim with the help of a knowledgeable personal injury lawyer.

A car crash is never in our plans. Sadly, auto accidents result in death and injury almost daily in Alabama. It may feel as though nothing will ever be the same after such a tragic loss, but you may be eligible to obtain lost compensation by filing a wrongful death claim. According to Alabama state law, the surviving family members of a deceased may seek monetary damages if the driver’s negligence causes a wrongful death. These cases can be quite difficult and call for knowledgeable legal counsel. Your attorney can assist in ensuring that your legal rights are upheld at every stage of the wrongful death case process.

An experienced Verbana wrongful death lawyer will be ready to get to work on your case if you lose someone close to you in a deadly car accident. The trained team of attorneys at Maloney-Lyons, LLC has a proven track record of success in helping grieving families in Alabama pursue successful wrongful death cases, and we are ready to get to work for you. Our lawyers will diligently fight for your legal rights at every stage of your recovery. If you are ready to get to work on your claim, contact our law offices today at 251-225-6105 to discuss your situation with a trained lawyer.