Deadly collision happened at Atlanta Highway and Sylvest Drive, authorities say
MONTGOMERY, AL, (September 05, 2024) - A 74-year-old pedestrian—identified as Charlotte Hall—was fatally struck by a cargo van in Montgomery on Thursday night, according to police.
Charlotte Hall, 74, of Montgomery, was fatally injured after being hit by a cargo van in the area of Atlanta Highway and Sylvest Drive on Thursday night, according to police.
Hall was hit shortly after 9 p.m. in the area of Atlanta Highway and Sylvest Drive. Tragically, the Montgomery local died at the scene, the report said.
The driver of the vehicle, a 2005 Chevy Express van, was unharmed.
Authorities are investigating.
CRASH INVESTIGATION NEEDED
According to the National Safety Council, an estimated 150,000 people were injured as a result of large trucking accidents and an additional 4,951 people lost their lives.
Candice Bond, an experienced commercial accident attorney, said that in such cases, it is imperative to have an independent investigation conducted promptly to protect the rights of a victim.
“Commercial accidents are often complex, and many factors can play a role in these types of accidents,” said Bond, who is a Managing Partner of Bond Legal.
“A skilled attorney can protect victims from trucking companies, which often send their own investigators to crash sites and possess a variety of resources they can utilize to defend a negligent truck driver.
WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM
The family of Charlotte Hall may pursue compensation for damages such as costs associated with the death, loss of income and companionship, and other hardships.
“A death to a family member after an accident is both tragic and devastating to a surviving family. The grief, shock, and anger can be overwhelming,” said Stefano Formica, of counsel with Bond Legal.
He added, “Aside from the emotional suffering of those left behind, the death of someone close can have devastating financial implications. Loss of income and funeral costs alone can have tragic consequences when a family member is lost.”
Newsline's national legal analysts Candice Bond and Stefano Formica are experienced in fatal pedestrian accidents, and if you or a family member need help they are available for a free consultation to guide you.
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