Montgomery, AL (September 30, 2021) – A 37-year-old man has lost his life in a motor vehicle accident in Montgomery County on Saturday evening. At around 7 p.m., on September 25, emergency crews were notified that their assistance was needed on-site at a crash on Interstate 85.
Reports from the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s Highway Patrol Division show that a 37-year-old man was driving a 2004 Chevrolet Suburban on the northbound side of Interstate 85. As the man passed mile marker 11, just 2.5 miles north of Montgomery, his vehicle collided with a 2014 Kia Forte.
The impact of the crash caused the Suburban to overturn, ejecting the man from his vehicle.
The vict9im was rushed to Baptist Medical Center South for care. Authorities confirmed that on Tuesday 28, the man died of his injuries.
At this time, the incident remains under investigation.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the victim who lost their life in this accident. Our thoughts are with them at this time.
Fatal Car Accidents in Montgomery, Alabama
Tens of thousands of victims are left injured following motor vehicle accidents every year in the state of Alabama. Some of the most common causes of motor vehicle collisions in Alabama include:
- Failing to yield the right of way
- Driving while distracted
- Running red lights/passing stop signs
- Speeding
- Engaging in reckless driving behaviors
- Driving while impaired by drugs or alcohol
In many cases, victims sustain minor injuries that disrupt their days. However, there are thousands of accidents that leave injured parties with injuries that require hospitalization. Regrettably, hundreds of people end up passing away due to the extent of their injuries. When victims sustain fatal injuries in crashes, due to the negligence of others, their families may have legal options available. Reaching out to a wrongful death attorney in Montgomery can help to ensure your family is in the best position possible to get justice following the loss of a loved one. Your family may be entitled to compensation to help cover the financial burdens you face moving forward.
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Montgomery Wrongful Death Lawyers
The Montgomery car accident attorneys at Cory Watson Attorneys have extensive experience helping families hold wrongdoers accountable for their actions. We understand the difficulties that overwhelming families following the loss of a loved one due to a motor vehicle accident. For this reason, our team strives to provide the most responsive and trusted representation to ensure our clients get justice.
If your loved one has died as a result of a negligent or reckless driver, our team will help you get the compensation you need to cover funeral expenses, vehicle repairs, and other costs you face. Contact our personal injury attorneys in Alabama at your earliest convenience to get started on your case. Call our law firm today at (205) 328-2200 to schedule a free case evaluation with our team to discuss the legal options available for you.
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