Fatal Rear-end Collision Near Coeur d’Alene

Idaho State Police reported a tragic fatal rear-end collision near Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. The driver of a Nissan Frontier was traveling eastbound when he rear-ended a Mercedes M50. Due to the force of impact from the rear-end collision, the Mercedes was pushed into oncoming traffic where it was again struck by a Chevy Tahoe traveling westbound. The driver of the Mercedes was pronounced dead at the crash scene and was also said to not be wearing a seat belt at the time of the collisions. All drivers and passengers involved in this collision excluding the driver who caused the accident, were taken to a nearby medical center for evaluation of injuries. Idaho State Police reported traffic being blocked for about three hours as crews worked to clear the accident and officials investigated.

Wrongful Death Claim

When a person is killed due to the negligence of another, including in a car accident, the surviving members of the victim’s family may file a wrongful death claim. Each state legislature has enacted wrongful death statutes that govern who can bring a wrongful death claim. Usually, immediate family members of the deceased seek a wrongful death claim to compensate for financial and emotional damage.

Why Do I Need to Hire a Wrongful Death Attorney?

Losing a loved one can often bring a lot of stress and turmoil to family members. Working with a wrongful death attorney can help take away some of the stress and burden. Your attorney will work hard to help the family receive the financial compensation they deserve.

Wrongful death suits can be filed against an individual or a corporation. For example, if a person was killed in a semi truck accident caused by the negligence of the semi truck driver, a wrongful death suit can be brought against the semi trucking company. When such negligence occurs, the responsible party is liable to provide compensation for the death of the victim. An experienced wrongful death attorney will fight to compensate the loss of the victim’s medical expenses, funeral expenses, pain and suffering, future wages, court fees, lawyer fees, and any other related expenses.

Typically, benefits are paid out to the victim’s closest relative such as a spouse, child, or parent. Your wrongful death attorney will work with you to ensure your family receives the full value they are entitled to.

Most Common Causes of Rear-end Collisions

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), nearly one third of all motor vehicle accidents in the United States are the result of rear-end collisions. The following are some of the most common causes of rear-end collisions.

• Distracted driving (i.e. texting, eating, reading, etc.)
• Speeding
• Heavy traffic
• Road rage
• Fatigued driving
• Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
• Vehicle malfunction

Typically, when a driver is following to close behind you to allow adequate time to stop before a collision for any reason, that driver is usually found to be at fault for the accident. It is important to contact an experienced personal injury attorney as soon as possible to determine if you are entitled to receive compensation for your injuries. You should not be required to bear the financial hardship of an accident you did not cause. Call Parke Gordon Law Firm today for a free consultation with an experienced and knowledgeable car accident attorney. We can usually tell you over the phone if you have a good case. Call us now at (509) 482-7274!