Man In Pickup Truck Injured In Grand Haven Semi-Truck Accident On US-31 at Hayes Street
GRAND HAVEN, MICHIGAN (October 31, 2022) – A 70-year-old man in a pickup truck was injured in a Grand Haven semi-truck accident on US-31 at Hayes Street.
Grand Haven police officials are saying that the accident took place on Friday afternoon. A northbound semi-truck drove through a red light and slammed into a pickup truck with a 70-year-old man.
Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene of the accident in order to help the victim. The pickup truck driver was taken to the North Ottawa Community Hospital.
The semi-truck driver remained at the scene and cooperated with police.
Liability For Grand Haven Semi-Truck Accidents
Thousands of people are seriously injured in truck accidents every year. These crashes happen for many different reasons. According to the FMCSA, “Fatigue, drinking alcohol, and speeding are major factors in motor vehicle crashes overall. Although their presence does not always result in a crash, these three factors, as well as other driver, vehicle, and environmental factors, can increase the risk that a crash will occur.” Victims of semi-truck accidents tend to suffer very serious and costly injuries including:
- Broken bones
- Head injuries
- Lacerations
- Spinal cord injuries
Semi-truck drivers will typically need to get a commercial license and are held to a high standard in terms of safety. Pursuant to Michigan Vehicle Code 257.612, any driver facing a steady circular red signal must stop before entering the intersection and shall remain until a green light is shown. If a truck driver goes past a red light without yielding, this could be considered prima facie evidence of their failure to yield. Any person that is injured due to the negligence of a truck driver may have legal recourse through a bodily injury claim.
Investigating A Michigan Semi-Truck Accident
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Grand Haven semi-truck accident? Our team of consumer safety advocates are here to help in any way that we can. We care deeply that accident victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. Whether you just have legal questions or need a free, independent investigation into an accident, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
