Vassar Twp, MI – Passenger Killed in Auto Accident at M-15 & Swaffer Rd

by | Jan 10, 2022 | Car Accidents, Wrongful Death | 0 comments

Vassar Twp, MI (January 10, 2022) – A fatal car crash was reported in Vassar Township on Sunday morning, January 9. The deadly accident took place at the intersection of M-15 and Swaffer Road at around 2:40 a.m. 

Local reports revealed that a 1994 GMC Sierra was headed northbound on the highway. The 30-year-old driver lost control of the vehicle while traveling on the icy roadway. A 24-year-old Howell woman riding in the GMC was partially ejected when the vehicle crashed. She sustained fatal injuries. 

A 24-year-old Millington man also riding in the SUV was also injured. No additional information has been released at this time. 

An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is underway. 

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family in hopes of a full recovery.

Deadly Car Crashes in Michigan

Vassar Twp, MI - Passenger Killed in Auto Accident at M-15 & Swaffer Rd

Driving is extremely dangerous, and tens of thousands of people are killed in car accidents every year in the United States. In Michigan, 889 people were killed in 834 collisions in 2011. Nearly half of those killed in car accidents in the state were wearing seatbelts at the time of impact. In 2019, 985 people were killed and nearly 75,000 were injured in Michigan traffic accidents.

It’s nearly impossible to bear the pain and anguish of losing a loved one as a result of someone else’s carelessness. For those close to the victim, it can have unintended consequences. Family members who survive the accident are frequently the ones who bear the brunt of the accident’s consequences. They may be able to recover lost compensation by filing a wrongful death claim with the help of an experienced Vassar Township wrongful death attorney. A wrongful death claim seeks compensation from those responsible for the deceased’s death by holding the at-fault party accountable for their role in a fatal accident.

Wrongful Death Lawyers in Vassar Township

At Christopher Trainor & Associates, we understand the grief and anguish that families experience when a loved one is killed as a result of someone else’s actions. Our car accident lawyers in Vassar Township want to assist you in getting back on your feet. While no amount of money can compensate for the loss of a loved one, a wrongful death lawsuit can help families cope with the financial implications of the accident. The responsible party’s insurance provider should provide this compensation. Following the death of a loved one, our legal team is dedicated to ensuring that each of our clients receives the compensation to which they are entitled. The first step is to file a lawsuit for wrongful death.

Call 248-886-8650 today to learn more about what our Vassar Township personal injury lawyers can do for you.

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