Wrongful Death Lawsuit Filed Against Trucking Company Over Deadly Car Crash
A tragic accident occurred recently in central Kentucky involving a truck driver, Richard Gussler, who is alleged to have been under the influence of drugs or alcohol, and another car, which has led to a wrongful death lawsuit against the Trucker's company. The wrongful death lawsuit involving the 18 Wheeler was brought by the spouse of a man, Joey Kirk, who claims that the trucker was drunk or on drugs when he slammed into the rear of her husband's car, killing him instantly.
The deceased's wife is pushing for $10,000,000 in damages against the trucker's employer. Incidentally, the trucker was charged with manslaughter, a felony of course, which if convicted, should help boost the civil wrongful death claim, particularly in the eyes of the jury, if the case gets that far. The trucker's employer, Mountain City Ford, stands to get hit with a sizable jury verdict, especially if the Plaintiffs can prove the trucker was intoxicated in some way.
These folks who operate big rig 18 wheelers really do have a huge responsibility to drive with extreme caution. Failure to do so, particularly when compounded by intoxication can, as we see, lead to deadly consequences.
If you or a loved one has been affected or touched by this type or any other type of deadly accident, I would invite you to please visit my website, www.samlevine.com or contact my office, Sam Levine, Attorney at Law.
