There was a tragic story in the news today about a pedestrian killed by a pick-up truck in Ross Township in Kalamazoo County on October 15th. According to the Kalamazoo County Sheriff’s Office, a 67-year-old Muncie, Indiana man walked across M-89 near 38th Street when he was allegedly struck and killed by a pick-up truck. The truck driver was uninjured. Police are still investigating the accident.
I am very sorry to hear about this tragic accident and wish my most heart-felt condolences to the family of the pedestrian for their loss.
Our Michigan car accident lawyers advise accident victims of their legal rights. For this type of auto accident in Michigan, the family members of the pedestrian 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.
In addition, the injury victims may be able to file a lawsuit against the persons determined to be at fault in auto accident. The insurance company for the driver must still cover any injuries. In this lawsuit, the family of the deceased victim can claim damages and compensation for the injuries suffered in the accident. The insurance company for the negligent driver typically pays a settlement for this type of case.
Also, the family members of the deceased pedestrian may have a claim for a Michigan wrongful death lawsuit against the driver that police determine was negligent and caused this accident. At the very least, the surviving family should hire the best possible lawyer to look into these possibilities.
An experienced Michigan car accident lawyer can assist the victim with this type of claim. Accident victims should not speak with the insurance adjuster for the negligent driver before consulting with an attorney.
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