25 Cars Crash in Iowa

The Des Moines Register reports that a serious multi-car crash in Iowa injured five people. The accident happened on Interstate 80 and involved at least 25 cars.

Local media reports that the crash happened close to the U.S. Highway 65 exit in the mid-afternoon. The crash affected a 1.5-mile section of the road, according to a spokesman for the Department of Public Safety.

Five people sustained serious injuries; however, officials on the scene say they are not life threatening. Emergency workers transported the victims to local hospitals for treatment.

The large crash closed the road for several hours as officials rushed to the aid of the injured and cleared the wreckage. All lanes reopened approximately 3 hours after the incident. The accident is still under investigation, but experts say icy temperatures and poor visibility may have contributed as a cold front swept across the state of Iowa.
 
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An experienced lawyer may be able to help innocent car crash victims recover damages from negligent drivers. This compensation can help pay for medical bills and lost wages. 

If you have suffered car crash injuries, call a Cedar Rapids personal-injury attorney from Eells & Tronvold Law Offices, PLC today. We are expert accident lawyers and can evaluate your case to determine if you have a legitimate claim. Call us at 319-393-1020 to schedule a free initial consultation.

Here is another Iowa accident story that is making headlines in Cedar Rapids:

Two Die in Crash with Semi-Truck

KCRG reports that two people died in a serious crash involving a semi-truck. The accident happened on Highway 30 and involved only two vehicles: the semi and a small sedan. 

Police say the driver of the car, 52, parked on the side of the road for unknown reasons. She then pulled onto the highway and appeared not to notice a large semi.

The semi collided with her car at a high speed. The woman and her passenger, 47, died at the scene. The driver of the semi-truck did not sustain serious injuries.

Iowa State Patrol is currently investigating the crash. They have not issued any citations to the truck driver.

Iowa Crash Rate Higher Than Average

Statistics from FindTheData indicate that the accident rate in Iowa is still high. The figures from 2010 show that there was a total of 348 fatal car crashes in the state, which killed 390 people. The traffic-related fatality rate for the state was slightly higher than average at 12.79 fatalities per 100,000 people.

If you are struggling with car crash injuries, it is important to remember that you may be able to claim damages against the negligent driver. Contact a Cedar Rapids personal-injury lawyer today for advice on how best to proceed. At Eells & Tronvold Law Offices, PLC, we have many years of accident law experience. Call us today at 319-393-1020 to schedule a no-obligation appointment.