Kalamazoo Hit & Run Accident Fatality
A 27-year-old woman was killed in a Kalamazoo Hit & Run Accident on Saturday, May 23rd on Vanrick Drive. Police reported that the Kalamazoo woman was walking when she was allegedly struck by a minivan leaving the parking lot of Continental Lanes. She was taken to Bronson Methodist Hospital with critical injuries that she did not survive. Police continue to investigate and are still searching for a gold or tan colored van.
I am very sorry to hear about this tragic accident. My condolences to the family of the woman for their loss.
Michigan car accident victims have a number of legal rights. For this type of accident, the family members may be able to make a claim for Survivor Loss Benefits. This can include payment of funeral expenses, lost wages, and loss of other services.
Furthermore, the family members may have a claim for wrongful death against the driver of the van for negligence. At the very least, the surviving family should hire the best possible lawyer to look into these possibilities. The insurance company for the negligent driver typically pays a settlement for this type of case.
If the driver’s identity is not discovered, the woman’s family still has rights under the law. They may be able to file an uninsured motorists claim against their own insurance policy or another insurance policy to receive the Survivor Loss Benefits.
Accident victims should not speak with the insurance adjuster for the negligent driver before consulting with an attorney.
If you would like more information about your rights after a Michigan car accident, you can order our FREE book, “The Ultimate Michigan Car Accident Handbook” by clicking on the book link. We will send it out immediately along with other important information.
For more information about Michigan car accident cases, visit our law firm web site at www.BuckfireLaw.com. If you would like to speak with one of our Michigan car accident attorneys about your case, feel free to call us anytime at (800) 606-1717 or simply submit this contact form and we will get back to you quickly.
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