Pennsylvania Senator Dies in Fatal Accident
Breaking news from the Associated Press reports that on Wednesday, February 10, 2010, the wife of a late Pennsylvania Senator testified in court against the alleged drunk driver who suddenly smashed into her and her husband’s car, killing the politician as they were on their way to an awards ceremony. The fatal car crash happened in autumn 2008 on Pennsylvania Route 209 between the traveling couple, who drove a Cadillac, and an auto mechanic who was driving a pickup truck.
The driver of the pickup rejects accusations of driving while intoxicated, but several witnesses say the mechanic’s breath reeked of alcohol and authorities report the man’s blood-alcohol levels tested 4 times beyond the state limit. Police also say the truck ran into the couple’s Cadillac so violently that the Cadillac spun around multiple times and caused damage to a minivan parked on the road’s shoulder. The minivan passengers were not physically harmed, but the Pennsylvania Senator reportedly died within 18 hours of the accident and his wife sustained critical injuries including a pierced lung, fragmented knee, and cracked ribcage.
When an unfortunate fatality occurs due to another person’s negligence, a wrongful death lawsuit can be filed. In these lawsuits, the heir of the descendent can sue the negligent party or parties for damages related to the loss of life and their own agony and grief. It is recommended that families who believe their loved one’s death was wrongful first contact a wrongful death lawyer for a case assessment. If the case is valid, the lawyer can help examine the claim, file evidence, provide court representation, and collect due compensation for the family.
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Source article: http://www.cnbc.com/id/35801319
