Graves County, KY (June 26, 2024) – A man identified as Robert L Garner, 80, lost his life in a traffic accident in Graves County. At around 3:55 p.m. on Friday, June 21, the crash occurred on Kentucky Route 440 near Kentucky Route 408. Garner was reportedly headed west on KY 408 in a 2014 Ford Pickup Truck with a trailer attached. Headed north on KY 440 was Christian Taylor, 16, of Lowes. Taylor was operating a 2016 Toyota minivan when the two vehicles reportedly crashed and slid off of the northwest side of the road. Garner was declared deceased at the crash scene by the Graves County Coroner’s Office. Taylor suffered minor injuries and was taken to Jackson Purchase Medical Center. Police in Graves County continue to investigate.
We want to offer our sincere condolences to the deceased victim’s family.
Kentucky Car Accidents
Car accidents are a daily occurrence in Kentucky, with around 150,000 traffic collisions happening each year. Out of these, about 25,000 result in injuries and over 700 are fatal. Sadly, most of these crashes could be prevented, as they are often caused by negligent drivers.
Negligent driving is the leading cause of car accidents in Kentucky and the United States. Each year, more than 90% of car accidents in the U.S. are due to drivers being distracted, intoxicated, exhausted, or speeding. These reckless behaviors endanger not only the drivers themselves but everyone else on the road, including pedestrians and cyclists.
When drivers are inattentive and careless, the risk of causing serious or even fatal injuries to others is alarmingly high. Common examples of negligent driving include driving while distracted, drunk, or tired. If you have lost a loved one in a pedestrian accident caused by a negligent driver, you should be able to focus on grieving and supporting your family without financial worries. A wrongful death lawyer can help you file a claim to seek justice and compensation.
If the worst has happened, and you have lost someone you love due to the negligent actions of another person, it’s important to contact a skilled wrongful death lawyer in Graves County. At the Byrnes Law Office, we are dedicated to helping the surviving loved ones of deceased crash victims recover from the harm caused by events like these.
Reach out to a car crash lawyer in Lexington from our office at 502-364-2500 to find out how we can assist you. We will build a strong legal case to prove fault, aggressively negotiate with the insurance company, and ensure you get the financial compensation and justice you deserve. Don’t hesitate to contact our firm to learn more about how we can help you during this difficult time.