Avon Lake, OH (November 26, 2021) – On Wednesday evening, November 24, a man was killed following a multi-vehicle crash in Avon Lake. The fatal accident took place on OH-83 at around 7:30 p.m.
Local authorities were called to the scene of a three-vehicle collision. When they arrived, they found 41-year-old Paul Brumley with serious head injuries. He was transported to University Hospital St. John Medical Center in Westlake where he was later pronounced dead.
Brumley had reportedly crashed with a 2006 Honda Accord before colliding head-on with a 2020 Chevy Equinox. The area was closed for two hours while emergency responders were on site. The other two drivers refused medical aid.
An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is currently in progress.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of Paul Brumley at this time.
Deadly Traffic Accidents in Ohio
You’re always in danger of colliding with another vehicle when you’re behind the wheel, and driving is something that the majority of us do on a daily basis. In the United States, approximately 6 million people are injured in car accidents each year, resulting in an estimated 3 million injuries. There were 1,131 traffic fatalities in the state of Ohio in 2017 alone. Drunk drivers were responsible for more than 400 deaths.
After a loved one’s life is tragically cut short due to the negligence of another, family members are often left reeling, and recovering can be a difficult battle for those left to pick up the pieces. It’s natural for people to want to grieve, and filing a lawsuit is usually the last thing on their minds.
A wrongful death lawsuit may be able to assist your family in recovering financial compensation as a result of your tragic loss. Working with an experienced serious injury attorney in Avon Lake can help you increase your chances of a successful claim.
Car Crash Attorneys in Avon Lake
At Joseph Law Group, we go to great lengths to ensure that our clients receive the maximum amount of compensation possible following the death of a loved one. Our legal team has demonstrated in the past that we can get results for our clients. Our Avon Lake wrongful death lawyers can help your family get through this difficult time and give you peace of mind by ensuring that the responsible party is held accountable. Filing a claim against the at-fault party or their insurance provider is the first step in the recovery process.
If you have lost a family member in a fatal car accident, call an Avon Lake car accident lawyer today at 216-522-1600.
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Disclaimer: Our team of attorneys at Joseph Law Group has been helping injured victims and their families throughout the state of Ohio for decades. We hope that these posts will be a reminder to our community members to use an abundance of caution when operating a motor vehicle to avoid and prevent being involved in a serious accident that results in injury. This is not a solicitation for business. None of the information in this post is intended to be medical or legal advice. The photo used in this post was not taken at the accident scene.