Cottonwood, AL (May 28, 2025) – Emergency crews responded to a report of a person hit by a tractor near Willie Varnum Rd and Zachary Rd, just north of Cottonwood.
The incident occurred early Monday, May 26. Units arrived on the scene shortly after 1 p.m. and found one person injured. According to initial reports, the victim suffered a deep cut and may have injured their leg. The extent of the injuries has not yet been confirmed, and the identity of the victim has not been released.
Authorities have not shared what led to the incident or if any other individuals were involved. Paramedics treated the injured person on site before transporting them to a nearby medical facility. Their current condition remains unknown.
Investigators are continuing to look into the circumstances surrounding this accident. We send our best wishes for a full recovery to the individual hurt in this incident.
Tractor Accidents in Alabama
Tractor accidents, especially in rural areas like Cottonwood, are often more complex than they may first appear. When a crash involves heavy machinery
When the tractor is owned or operated by a business or contractor, the legal side can become even more complicated. The company may be held responsible if its employee made an error or if the machinery was not properly maintained. For example, if a mechanical failure led to the incident or if safety procedures were ignored, the injured person may have a case against the company. Victims in these types of accidents may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, missed work, and the physical and emotional toll of the injury. But securing that compensation usually requires legal support.
At Maloney-Lyons, we offer free consultations and are committed to supporting people hurt in serious accidents. For over two decades, our experienced personal injury attorneys have helped injured individuals and grieving families throughout Alabama, including in cases involving vehicles, farming equipment, bicycles, and pedestrians. We understand how deeply accidents like this one can affect a person’s life, especially when injuries are long-lasting or life-altering.
Our legal team in Mobile is ready to listen to your story, answer your questions, and provide clear guidance through every step of the legal process. If you or someone you love has been injured in a tractor-related incident or any other traffic accident in Alabama, you don’t have to face the consequences alone. One of our experienced car crash attorneys will evaluate your case, identify who may be liable, and work to secure the compensation you deserve. And with our firm, you pay nothing unless we win your case.
Call Maloney-Lyons today at 251-225-6105 to schedule your free consultation. Let us help you move forward with confidence during this challenging time.
