Suffolk, VA (May 24, 2022) – One man was killed when three trucks collided on Friday, May 20th in Suffolk.
A city representative stated that the incident took place at about 6:30 a.m. in the 900th block of Hosier Road when two pick-up trucks and a dump truck all collided with one another. The cause of the accident has not been determined.
Upon their arrival, police observed that all three drivers were injured.
EMTs transported one of the pick-up truck drivers to an area medical facility where he died from his injuries. He has since been identified as 45-year-old Chester William Armstrong, Jr., of Jasper, TX.
The driver of the second pick-up and the dump truck operator were both hospitalized in unknown conditions but are expected to recover.
Hosier Road was briefly shut down as officers conducted their preliminary duties.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim, Mr. Chester William Armstrong, at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Filing a Claim on Behalf of the Deceased in Virginia
There are two kinds of claims that can be brought forth after a person dies due to a pedestrian collision in Virginia. Speaking with an experienced personal injury attorney after this kind of tragedy can help you better understand the differences between these claims, and who is permitted to file them.
Survival Actions: The first kind of claim you may be able to file on behalf of the deceased is a survival action. Generally speaking, a survival action is basically the claim the victim would have been able to make had they survived their injuries. With these, the cause of action outlasts the victim’s death, so compensation is still awarded for the pain and suffering they endured, as well as the medical expenses they incurred prior to their death.
Wrongful Death Claims: The second kind of claim is a wrongful death claim. This is where certain surviving family members can bring a claim for their damages resulting from the victim’s demise. What you can recover varies from state to state, with each one having specific eligibilities and limitations that are put in place by case law or statute.
In the Commonwealth, damages available in wrongful death claims include solace, mental anguish, and sorrow which can incorporate post-traumatic stress disorder and anxiety, along with the loss of companionship, guidance, comfort, advice, and kindly offer.
Additionally, damages will most likely include any medical bills relating to the deceased’s hospitalization or treatment that were acquired for their fatal injury, and reasonable funeral and burial or cremation costs. It is also possible that punitive damages could be awarded if the respondent displayed gross negligence or willful misconduct that showed a conscious disregard for the well-being of others.
Given that the law changes depending on the state the death occurred in, it is essential to speak with an attorney who is licensed to practice in the appropriate jurisdiction to find out more about survival actions and wrongful death claims.
If you have been injured or lost a loved one in a pedestrian collision in the Virginia Beach area, contact our Norfolk wrongful death lawyers at (757) 802-4662. Schedule a free review of your potential claim at your earliest convenience to explore legal options available for you.
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