Ash Twp, MI (June 23, 2023) - A truck driver was hurt in a deadly head-on collision reported on Wednesday, June 21, in Ash Township.

The fatal accident occurred at the intersection of Oakville-Waltz and Maxwell Roads at around 5:25 p.m. A 56-year-old man was driving a Ford F-150 pickup truck headed westbound when he crossed the centerline. The truck crashed head-on with a semi-truck driven by a 58-year-old Livonia man.

The driver of the Ford sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The truck driver was hospitalized for treatment of sustained injuries. The area was closed for some time while emergency responders were present.

An ongoing investigation into the cause of the deadly accident is underway.

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family in hopes of a full recovery.

Head-On Crashes in Michigan

Head-on collisions are among the worst kinds of crashes possible, and they accounted for just over 10% of all fatal motor vehicle accidents in 2020, according to the Insurance Information Institute. That year, head-on crashes accounted for less than 2% of all crashes in the United States while still resulting in an estimated 3,631 fatalities and tens of thousands of injuries each year. Often, careless drivers who dart into oncoming traffic are to blame for these head-on crashes. In the event of an automobile accident, you may experience catastrophic injuries. You could suffer serious health problems that take time and money to treat properly, in addition to any possible mental suffering from battling to recover while seeking just compensation. You will probably have to deal with escalating medical costs, the fact that your injuries will prevent you from working, and even the uncertainty of how to hold the at-fault driver responsible. Even worse, you can experience difficulty getting the at-fault party to compensate for your losses.Fortunately, there are ways to avoid these difficulties. Remember that you should never try to submit a personal injury claim on your own. This is the most important thing to keep in mind after being seriously hurt in a car accident. You can focus your energy and resources on your recovery if you have a seasoned automobile accident attorney battling for you in court and with the insurance company.You may be eligible for compensation if you or a member of your family suffered injuries as a result of someone else's carelessness. You can take action to hold the party or parties accountable for the accident and have your losses covered by filing a personal injury claim. You may be able to discover more about your legal options and any potential compensation you might be entitled to for your claim by consulting with an experienced personal injury lawyer. Many accident victims in Michigan have benefited from the legal support of Christopher Trainor & Associates. Call our offices at 248-886-8650 to schedule a free case evaluation with a car crash lawyer in Ash Township.Note:Our firm utilized outside sources when creating this post. We have not independently verified the facts regarding this accident. If you find incorrect information, contact Christopher Trainor & Associates immediately so that we correct the post to reflect the most accurate information available about the accident. This post can be removed upon request. Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is not intended to be legal or medical advice. The photograph used in this post was not taken at the actual accident scene. This post is not a solicitation for business.