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Two Injured After Wreck in Hancock

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A head-on collision resulted in two injuries in Hancock. The wreck happened around 7am when a car and pick-up truck hit. One person was brought to Meritus Medical Center via helicopter while the other victim was transported via ambulance. The Washington county Sheriff’s Office said the drivers weren’t identified, and a reconstruction team is currently working at the site of the accident to determine the cause. Other emergency crews arriving to help the victims and clear the scene of the wreck include the Washington County Emergency Services and Hancock Volunteer Fire Company, according to news reports.

As an Alexandria personal injury lawyer, my thoughts are with those involved in this crash.  I hope they heal fully and quickly from their injuries. If you or someone dear to you was harmed in a crash caused by a negligent driver, discuss your case with a personal injury lawyer who can help evaluate and assess your case. When you have a lawyer fighting hard to protect and defend your legal rights, you are more likely to get the results you deserve. An attorney can help you through the legal processes associated with your case and make sure you get the best possible results for your case. There is a better chance of getting the results you need, but only if you have an attorney working on your side.

Hand-Held Phone Use a Secondary Offense

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Drivers continue to use hand-held phones while driving, despite a law that went into effect over one year ago. Police say this is because the violation is a secondary offense, which means police can’t pull over a driver for using their cell phone unless they are also violating another law. Many motorists are not respecting the law, and a Washington County Sheriff thinks that people would pay more attention if it were a primary offense. “Of all the drivers out there, I would say that at least 40 percent of the people use their cellphone,” said the officer. “A lot of traffic accidents and a lot of traffic violations are caused by people using their cellphones.” According to news reports, sending text messages while driving is a primary offense.

As a Washington DC car accident lawyer, I hope that nobody is adversely affected in an auto accident. If you or a loved one were harmed by an unsafe driver, discuss your case with a personal injury lawyer who can evaluate your claim, assess your case, and answer any important legal questions you may have regarding your case. A personal injury lawyer can help guide you through your case by guiding you through the legal processes associated with your case in order to reach the best possible outcome for your claim.