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Man Killed by Wrong Way Driver on I-76
Wadsworth Township, Ohio - January 24, 2011 - A 57-year-old man died in a car accident on Monday when the car he was driving was struck by a 22-year-old man driving the wrong direction on I-76 in Medina County. The car accident occurred on January 23, 2012 around 7 pm. The vehicle accident remains under investigation. Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating why the 22-year-old driver was driving the wrong direction, but there are no answers at this time. The news story regarding this accident is available here.
While this case is a tragic accident, the wrong-way driver should be held accountable for the damage he caused to the other driver and his family. This case highlights the significant costs wrong-way drivers can cause in accidents. When two cars are travelling in opposite directions, the force of the collision is greater than if you were to drive into a brick wall. This is due to the two cars accelerating in opposite directions at the time of the accident. The significant amount of force associated with the collision greatly increases the severity of injuries. In this case, this accident caused the death of another driver. This accident was clearly avoidable and the 22-year-old should be held accountable for his negligence. If you or a loved one was involved in a wrong-way car accident in Ohio, the law firm of Ryan, LLP can assist your investigation and claim. We will work with the police department and insurance companies to coordinate an investigation to find the individual at fault. Our firm offers free consultations regarding your claim. We are here to solve problems and we encourage any individual needing assistance with a wrong-way vehicle accident or a wrongful death claim to call or email our office.
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