personal injury law

Article written by: Annie Reynolds

Flying Road Sign Kills Turnpike Driver A Montgomery County woman died earlier this week from injuries she sustained while travelling on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. Emily Morris, a journalist from Norristown, was killed after her vehicle was struck by a flying road sign in East Cocalico Township. Ms. Morris was travelling westbound on the Turnpike on Saturday afternoon when she was struck by a flying construction road sign. The traffic control construction sign was on the concrete road divider when it was struck by a truck travelling in the opposite direction. The force of the impact from the truck caused the sign to fly across the median and into opposing traffic. The sign flew through Morris front windshield, striking her in the head. Morris vehicle was caused to hit another vehicle before crashing into the westbound shoulder. Investigation into the fatal collision continues. A spokesperson for the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission has stated that it is common practice to place signs on the median barrier. The investigation will likely uncover whether the Commission followed federal and state standards for placing such signs, and whether there are safer alternatives to alert and control traffic. Incidents involving loose traffic signs are seemingly rare; however, incidents involving road debris are common. Unexpected debris such as blown out tires, stray cargo, or even tree branches may lead to serious motor vehicle collisions. The persons responsible for creating these hazards may be held responsible for causing such accidents. If you or someone you know has suffered serious injury or death as a result of negligence, you may want to consider contacting a personal injury attorney to explain and protect your rights.

Annie Reynolods is a plaintiffs attorney

in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Annie is an advocate for those seriously harmed by negligent actions of others.

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