Penn Twp, MI (June 25, 2023) - There were multiple injuries reported after an accident involving an off-road vehicle in Penn Township on Saturday night, June 24.

At around 8:30 p.m., the accident was first reported at the 16000 block of Donnell Lake Street. Local sources indicated that a 34-year-old Vandalia man was operating the vehicle when he lost control rounding a curve. The all-terrain vehicle left the road and crashed into a tree.

A 30-year-old Indiana man who was a passenger on the vehicle was hospitalized for treatment. Two other passengers were treated at the scene.

Alcohol is believed to have played a role in the accident.

Local authorities are handling the ongoing accident investigation.

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.

Off-Road Vehicle Accidents

Although riding an all-terrain or off-road vehicle is a fun activity, doing so on busy roads or under the influence can be dangerous. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, 470 persons in Michigan died in all-terrain vehicle collisions between 1982 and 2017. The severity and frequency of ATV crashes have dramatically increased, as seen by the 13,426 crashes involving these vehicles that resulted in 2,437 injuries and 96 fatalities in 2017.Every time you travel on the road, there is a chance that you could get hurt in an accident. Unfortunately, many accident victims are unaware of their legal rights or how to pursue compensation following a serious accident. The extent of your injuries and your ability to pay for any ensuing losses can determine how long it takes you to recover after an ATV accident. You can be confident that everything will be done to support your personal injury claim if you pick an experienced lawyer to represent you in your case. You should see a personal injury lawyer who is qualified to defend your legal rights after an accident. You will be better able to guarantee that your claim is handled correctly and that the insurance company is not unfairly taking advantage of you if you have a lawyer on your side. Your attorney can make sure you get the maximum amount of compensation for your accident-related damages, and you should contact legal counsel as soon as the claims procedure begins.If you were hurt in an ORV accident, the attorneys at Christopher Trainor & Associates can assist you in obtaining the full amount of compensation you are entitled to for your injuries and other damages. Many victims worry about how they will pay for their losses and medical expenses because managing the aftermath on one's own can be challenging. Our lawyers will fight to hold the careless driver accountable and make sure you get the money you require for a full recovery. Call our offices at 248-886-8650 to arrange a meeting with a Penn Township ATV accident lawyer to discuss your legal options.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.