Ashland, OH (April 20, 2022) – A Mansfield man was killed after being hit by a motor vehicle in the Ashland area on Tuesday evening, April 19. The deadly accident was reported at the intersection of US-42 and Township Road at around 11:06 p.m.
It was reported that 61-year-old Mark Ramseuy was standing next to a disabled pickup on the roadway when he was hit by an oncoming vehicle. The at-fault driver did not stop at the scene and continued traveling northbound. Ramseuy was transported to Mansfield Ohio Health in critical condition and was later pronounced dead.
The suspect vehicle was described as a silver Dodge pickup truck. No additional information has been provided.
Local authorities are handling the ongoing investigation into the deadly crash.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of Mark Ramseuy at this time.
Deadly Pedestrian Crashes in Ohio
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, pedestrians are 1.5 times more likely to be killed in an accident. In the event of a collision, pedestrians have little protection, making them more vulnerable to fatalities. In 2017, a pedestrian died in a traffic accident every 88 minutes on average in the United States, for a total of 5,977 pedestrian deaths.
After a loved one’s life is tragically cut short due to the negligence of another, family members are often left in a difficult situation, and recovering can be a battle for those left to pick up the pieces. People are grieving by nature, and filing a lawsuit is often the last thing on their minds.
A wrongful death lawsuit, on the other hand, may be able to assist your family in recovering financial compensation as a result of your tragic loss. Working with a knowledgeable Ashland serious injury attorney can help you obtain a more favorable settlement.
Wrongful Death Lawyers in Ashland
We at Joseph Law Group 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 a proven track record of obtaining favorable outcomes for our clients. Our Ashland wrongful death lawyers can help your family get through this difficult time by offering emotional support and ensuring that the responsible party is brought to justice. The filing of 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 Ashland car accident lawyer 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.
