Thursday afternoon collision happened along Ohio 7
GALLIA, OH, (January 23, 2025) - Two individuals, lost their lives Thursday in an accident on Ohio 7 in Gallia County. The incident occurred around 12:30 p.m. between Sugar Creek Road and Double Creek Road in the Crown City area.
Larry and Allan Nolan died in a crash on Ohio 7 when an Ohio Department of Transportation salt truck collided with their GMC Acadia.
The Ohio State Highway Patrol reported that a passenger vehicle, a 2008 GMC Acadia, and an Ohio Department of Transportation salt truck were involved in the crash. The salt truck, while traveling south on State Route 7, turned into a salt depot and collided with the northbound GMC Acadia.
Allan Nolan, 54, from Vinton, was the driver of the GMC Acadia, while Larry Nolan was his passenger. Both were pronounced dead at the scene.
The driver of the salt truck, a 42-year-old man from Gallipolis, sustained minor injuries and was transported to a hospital.
The cause of the accident remains under investigation.
CRASH INVESTIGATION
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, 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.
"Your lawyer can advocate for you by hiring expert witnesses, conducting driver background checks, locating witnesses to the crash, and reviewing applicable insurance coverage, while carefully guiding a victim through the legal process."
WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM
The family of the victims 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 Bond.
She 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 analyst Candice Bond is experienced in commercial trucking accidents. If you or a family member need help she is available for a free consultation to guide you.
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