Laurel Co., KY (December 26, 2024) – A man identified as 25-year-old Charles Ethan King of London lost his life in a traffic accident in Laurel County on December 26. Reports from police show the accident occurred just before noon on Kentucky 192 between a four-wheeler and a vehicle pulling a trailer. King was driving the four-wheeler when the crash happened. Paramedics transported him to a nearby medical center, where he later lost his life due to the extent of his injuries. The road was closed while responders worked in the area, forcing local drivers to use different routes. The Laurel County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating the details of the accident.
We want to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased victim.
Kentucky Auto Accidents
In Kentucky, car crashes happen all the time. Yearly, the state sees hundreds of thousands of traffic collisions. Unfortunately, tens of thousands of injuries result from these wrecks and thousands of deaths each year. In America and throughout the Bluegrass State, driver negligence is currently the leading cause of car accidents.
In the US, over 5 million auto accidents are caused yearly by negligent drivers. These wrecks occur in many different ways; however, Speeding, fatigue, intoxication, and distraction are the most common. For example, over 400,000 traffic collisions occur every year caused by distracted drivers. These wrecks end in death for approximately 3,000 individuals every year.
If you or a beloved family member have been hurt in an accident, it is likely a negligent driver may have caused it. Going through something like this can be extremely troubling, especially if you end up stuck in the hospital and unable to work or live your life the way you’re used to. You may worry about how you will fully recover, including emotionally, physically, and financially.
Losing a loved one in a fatal accident can be one of the most devastating things you ever go through. Having to worry about money at a time like this can be overwhelmingly stressful and painful, which is why filing a wrongful death claim may be extremely helpful to you and your family members. Contact a Laurel County wrongful death lawyer to learn how you can recover financially during this difficult time.
Call the Byrnes Law Office if you think that you or a beloved member of your family were recently hurt in a crash caused by a negligent driver. You should be able to recover without having to worry about money. Call us at (502) 364-2500 to learn about how we can help you through this difficult time.
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Disclaimer: The Byrnes Law Office is dedicated to improving safety for Kentucky drivers. Our goal is to raise awareness about the dangers of driving and the need to use caution. This is not a solicitation for business, and none of the information constitutes legal or medical advice. Photos in this post are not of the actual accident scene.