Cleveland, OH (September 23, 2024) – A major motor vehicle accident reported in the Cleveland area on Friday evening claimed one person’s life. The collision took place at around 10:15 p.m. on September 20.
Official reports show that 19-year-old Ryleigh Schmitz was riding a motorcycle on Route 2 during the evening hours. As she attempted to merge onto Interstate 90 W., her vehicle collided with a semi-truck tractor-trailer. Schmitz was severely injured as a result of the accident. Despite medical efforts, she was pronounced deceased at the scene. At this time, the incident is under investigation.
We offer our sympathies to the family of Ryleigh Schmitz.
Fatal Auto Accidents in Ohio
A motor vehicle accident can completely disrupt your life, and sadly, thousands of people are injured each month in crashes across Ohio. In the Cleveland metropolitan area, many victims are forced to undergo extensive medical treatment due to their injuries. Tragically, in some cases, victims do not survive, leaving their families to face the devastating loss of a loved one.
Losing someone in a fatal accident is an incredibly difficult experience, especially when the crash was caused by a negligent or careless driver. Drivers who speed, drive under the influence of drugs or alcohol, or engage in distracted driving often cause these devastating accidents, leading to the untimely deaths of innocent people.
If you have lost a loved one in a fatal collision, you may be able to take legal action. Consulting with a wrongful death lawyer in Cleveland can provide your family with the best chance of obtaining justice and holding those responsible accountable for their actions. A skilled attorney can take on various responsibilities to help ease your burden during this challenging time. They will investigate the accident, gather evidence, obtain the police report, and collect medical records from the medical examiner. Your attorney will also speak with witnesses and may work with experts to reconstruct the crash, ensuring that all the facts are properly examined. Acting quickly and seeking legal support can greatly improve your chances of securing justice.
At Joseph Law Group, we are proud to provide top-tier legal representation to injured victims and families who have lost loved ones across Ohio. We understand how devastating accidents can be, which is why we are fully committed to fighting for justice on behalf of our clients. Our dedicated team works tirelessly to secure the compensation families deserve, taking aggressive action to hold negligent parties accountable.
If you have lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligence, do not hesitate to reach out to us for a free consultation by calling 216-522-1600. We are here to support you through this difficult time, offering compassionate guidance and strong legal representation. Let us be your voice as you seek justice for your family.
Note: Our writers use outside sources when writing these posts. These outside sources include but are not limited to news outlet reports, local and state police accident reports, social media posts, eyewitness accounts, and other sources about accidents that take place in and around the Greater Cleveland area. We do not independently verify the facts surrounding this injury accident. If there is something inaccurate in our story, please notify us immediately so that we can correct the post as soon as possible. We will remove a story if requested.
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.
