South Carolina Family Garners $11 Million Settlement In Wrongful Death Lawsuit.

Posted on August 4, 2017 by gil hoy

Although there will never be enough money to adequately compensate the grieving family of a person who died due to the negligence of another, a wrongful death lawsuit may be the best option to move forward and recover pecuniary compensation for all of your damages. While a wrongful death lawsuit may be the last thing on a family’s mind after their loved one was unexpectedly taken from them, it may be the only way to begin to recover from the financial burden associated with your loved ones death, including unpaid medical bills and funeral expenses. Please contact one of our expert wrongful death attorneys, who have decades of experience fighting for our Massachusetts clients, at our Boston, Massachusetts law firm for a free consultation so that you can learn what legal remedies you may be entitled to.

The estate of a Georgetown, South Carolina man killed in a crash involving two tractor-trailers last year in Orangeburg County, South Carolina has won a settlement of $11 million in a wrongful death lawsuit. The estate of Kenneth Avis was awarded the settlement, with $6 million being allocated to the survival action and $5 million to the wrongful death action, in the U.S. District Court on July 11 of this year. Mr. Avis’s estate will receive $7.2 million, $3.9 million from the survival action and $3.3 million from the wrongful death action.

Mr. Avis, 48 years-old, died of thermal injuries sustained in the crash when his tractor-trailer collided with another tractor-trailer on South Carolina (S.C.) Highway 4, causing both vehicles to burst into flames. The collision occurred in the early morning hours of Friday, Aug. 19, 2016. Mr. Avis was driving a 2015 Volvo westbound on S.C. 4 when it struck a 2016 Freightliner being driven eastbound on Neeses Highway by David Lee Gullikson.

Has a loved one of yours been a victim of a Massachusetts wrongful death? If so, you may be entitled to substantial compensation for the pain and suffering caused by the loss.  Please contact one of our expert wrongful death personal injury attorneys here at the Law Offices of Gilbert R. Hoy, Jr. and Affiliates, who will work tirelessly on your case. Call us at 617-787-3700 or email us at info@gilhoylaw.com for your free and private consultation.  An attorney will be here 24/7 to answer your questions. Your needs are our top priority!

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New Jersey Woman’s Family Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit After Train Station Platform Death.

Posted on July 11, 2017 by gil hoy

In a wrongful death suit, you must be able to show that an innocent victim died because of the fault or negligence of another person. If you can prove the death was because of another person’s negligence, you may be able to bring a civil claim for substantial money damages against the accused perpetrator when there is a link between the two. Damages that the impending suit can include are damages for pain and suffering, lost wages of the deceased, medical expenses incurred prior to death and funeral expenses. Contact one of our expert Massachusetts wrongful death attorneys here at the Law Offices of Gilbert R. Hoy, Jr. and Affiliates to help guide you through the complicated litigation process.

The family of a woman killed when a New Jersey Transit commuter train slammed into a station last year filed a wrongful death lawsuit earlier this week against the agency. Fabiola Bittar de Kroon’s family is seeking an unspecified amount of compensatory damages in the lawsuit filed in the State Superior Court in Hudson County, New Jersey.

The 34 year-old Brazilian lawyer was standing on a platform when she was killed by falling debris in the Sept. 29, 2016 crash in Hoboken, New Jersey. More than 100 people were injured in the crash. It was later revealed that the engineer suffered from sleep apnea. The lawsuit alleges that the New Jersey Transit should have implemented necessary safety technology and improvements, including positive train control. It also includes assertions that the New Jersey Transit should be held responsible for requiring only one crew member in a driving cab or locomotive during a train’s entry into the Hoboken Terminal (a two-crew member requirement has since been implemented by the agency). The suit also says the agency failed to properly and adequately screen for, monitor and treat medical issues of its enployees.

Has a loved one of yours been a victim of a Massachusetts wrongful death as a result of the negligence of another? If so, you may be entitled to substantial compensation for the pain and suffering caused by the loss.  Please contact one of our expert wrongful death personal injury attorneys, who will work tirelessly on your case. Call us at 617-787-3700 or email us at info@gilhoylaw.com for your free and private consultation.  Your needs are our top priority!

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Hoboken, N.J. Train Accident Turns Deadly, Killing One And Injuring 100 People.

Posted on May 16, 2017 by gil hoy

Train accidents are relatively rare; but when they do happen, they usually have disastrous consequences. One of the most common train accident sites is at railroad crossings. That is because sometimes railroad crossings are not adequately protected with the necessary lights and gates. The U.S. Department of Transportation has reported that each year there are about 5,800 train crashes involving cars, causing about 600 deaths. If you or someone you love has been involved in a train accident, compensation can be awarded, so call our Boston train accident lawyer experts today at 617-787-3700 to learn more about your rights.

A New Jersey train from Hoboken crashed at the station, causing one death and injuring hundreds of people. The passengers on board did not realize the ride they were in for until the moment of the deadly accident. During this particular morning commute, the Hoboken train was going faster than usual. Many commuters were waiting at the terminal so they could get on the train to go to work or school. When the train approached the station, it was not able to stop at the stopping line and hit a bumper block. This caused the train to derail and crash into the commuter walkway where all the commuters were anxiously waiting to get on board. Many commuters were able to save their lives when they began running as they saw the train coming too close. One of the passengers on-board, Bhagyesh Shah, described the accident: “the train didn’t appear to slow as it entered the station. The next thing I know, I’m on the floor. We are plowing through something … and when the train came to a stop, I could see the parts of the roof on the first car and some of the debris next to me.”

The incident was shortly reported all over social media and the news. Due to the crash, train service was suspended for the day. The New Jersey officials have taken precautions so this will not happen again. A bill was passed that prohibits engineers from operating a train if they have a drug or alcohol conviction.

If you have been injured in a train accident, you may be entitled to personal injury damages. To learn about your legal options in a free and confidential consultation, please contact our Massachusetts train accident attorneys and Boston, MA personal injury lawyers today at 617-787-3700. You can also reach our Massachusetts personal injury attorneys at info@gilhoylaw.com Our legal professionals are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to help you protect your legal rights and remedies. Email info@gilhoylaw.com now to get in touch with one of our expert Massachusetts attorneys.

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