Losing a loved one to a fatal auto accident is traumatic, especially when another’s negligent or reckless actions are to blame. At the respected Rhode Island law firm of Marasco & Nesselbush, our RI wrongful death attorneys are committed to obtaining personal, social, and economic justice for the families of fatal car accident victims. We cannot change what happened, but we can help you hold the at-fault party or parties responsible for their actions so that you and your family can move on with your lives with some financial security, justice and sense of closure. Through hard work, honesty, intelligence and unsurpassed integrity, our compassionate attorneys are committed to obtaining extraordinary results for each and every client.
Common Fatal Auto Accident Causes
There are a number of factors that contribute to fatal traffic accidents in Rhode Island and throughout the nation, many of which stem from driver negligence. Some of these include:
- Distracted driving;
- Driver fatigue or drowsiness;
- Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs;
- Speeding;
- Failing to yield the right-of-way;
- Failing to obey traffic control devices; and
- Unsafe lane changes.
The Rhode Island car accident attorneys at Marasco & Nesselbush have years of experience helping families with wrongful death claims stemming from car accidents.
A National Picture
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 33,808 people were killed in car accidents nationwide in 2009. Most fatal victims were drivers, totaling 17,640 fatalities, and passengers, totaling 6,770 fatalities. More than 4,000 pedestrians and motorcyclists were also killed. Failure to use seatbelts resulted in some of these deaths.
Fatal Rhode Island Car Crash Statistics
According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), there were 76 fatal Rhode Island car crashes in 2009, most occurring in urban areas. These resulted in 83 deaths. Of these fatalities:
- 32, or 39 percent, were occupants of passenger cars;
- 13, or 16 percent, were occupants of pickup trucks and SUVs;
- 18, or 22 percent, were motorcyclists;
- 16, or 19 percent, were pedestrians; and
- 67 percent were not wearing seatbelts.
Our Commitment to You
When the negligent actions of one person take the life of another, it is considered a wrongful death. A fatal car crash not only causes the death of another human being, but also causes emotional and financial hardships for the victim’s family. A way to achieve justice for the wrongful death of a loved one is to file a wrongful death claim against the at-fault party. It is through obtaining justice that a family can begin to heal from such a difficult loss.
At Marasco & Nesselbush, our experienced car accident wrongful death attorneys make your case our priority. As a trusted personal injury law firm, we have helped many families find closure after the wrongful deaths of their loved ones by holding negligent parties liable. We put our clients’ best interests first, treating them with the respect, dignity, and compassion that they deserve. If you have suffered the loss of a loved one in a fatal Rhode Island truck accident, we can help you understand your legal rights and options. Contact us today for a free consultation at (401) 274-7400, or fill out a contact form.
SLS Consulting | Sitemap
Car Accident Wrongful Death Lawyers
Losing a loved one to a fatal auto accident is traumatic, especially when another’s negligent or reckless actions are to blame. At the respected Rhode Island law firm of Marasco & Nesselbush, our RI wrongful death attorneys are committed to obtaining personal, social, and economic justice for the families of fatal car accident victims. We cannot change what happened, but we can help you hold the at-fault party or parties responsible for their actions so that you and your family can move on with your lives with some financial security, justice and sense of closure. Through hard work, honesty, intelligence and unsurpassed integrity, our compassionate attorneys are committed to obtaining extraordinary results for each and every client.
Common Fatal Auto Accident Causes
There are a number of factors that contribute to fatal traffic accidents in Rhode Island and throughout the nation, many of which stem from driver negligence. Some of these include:
The Rhode Island car accident attorneys at Marasco & Nesselbush have years of experience helping families with wrongful death claims stemming from car accidents.
A National Picture
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 33,808 people were killed in car accidents nationwide in 2009. Most fatal victims were drivers, totaling 17,640 fatalities, and passengers, totaling 6,770 fatalities. More than 4,000 pedestrians and motorcyclists were also killed. Failure to use seatbelts resulted in some of these deaths.
Fatal Rhode Island Car Crash Statistics
According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), there were 76 fatal Rhode Island car crashes in 2009, most occurring in urban areas. These resulted in 83 deaths. Of these fatalities:
Our Commitment to You
When the negligent actions of one person take the life of another, it is considered a wrongful death. A fatal car crash not only causes the death of another human being, but also causes emotional and financial hardships for the victim’s family. A way to achieve justice for the wrongful death of a loved one is to file a wrongful death claim against the at-fault party. It is through obtaining justice that a family can begin to heal from such a difficult loss.
At Marasco & Nesselbush, our experienced car accident wrongful death attorneys make your case our priority. As a trusted personal injury law firm, we have helped many families find closure after the wrongful deaths of their loved ones by holding negligent parties liable. We put our clients’ best interests first, treating them with the respect, dignity, and compassion that they deserve. If you have suffered the loss of a loved one in a fatal Rhode Island truck accident, we can help you understand your legal rights and options. Contact us today for a free consultation at (401) 274-7400, or fill out a contact form.
Auto Accidents
Learn More