Options For Litigation In Car Accidents Where Both Drivers Die

When a car crash happens that is clearly the fault of one driver, civil litigation may be the result. The injured victim or the family of a victim who died may file a personal injury or wrongful death claim as a way of attempting to hold the driver believed to have been at fault responsible for what happened. However, the course of action may seem less clear in incidents where both drivers end up dying. Families still have options for holding responsible parties accountable for these kinds of car accidents. A recent crash here in Louisiana where both drivers lost their lives could illustrate this point exactly.

The crash happened at night on a local highway when two cars traveling in opposite directions encountered one another. One vehicle, heading west, allegedly crossed over the centerline and struck a pickup truck going in the opposite direction. Though first responders attempted to save the drivers, both died at the scene of the crash.

Police say that they are still attempting to determine exactly what happened. They have ordered toxicology reports and will also use autopsy results as part of their investigation. If it turns out that the driver of the first vehicle was intoxicated or was otherwise negligent, the family of the second driver may decide to file a wrongful death claim against the first driver’s estate.

Though car accidents like this are a tragedy for so many, that doesn’t erase the fact that one of the drivers may not have done anything wrong. In that case, his or her family should not be burdened with unexpected expenses that often result in these situations. Those here in Louisiana who want to hold responsible parties accountable for the loss of a loved one can consult an experienced personal injury attorney who can explain all of their available options for justice.