THOMASVILLE, Ala. — Authorities are investigating a fatal multi-vehicle crash that happened April 6 at 11:50 a.m. on U.S Highway 43. The Thomasville Police Department is leading the investigation.
A loaded tractor-trailer struck four vehicles stopped at a red light at the intersection with S. Industrial Park Drive. The impact caused severe damage and resulted in multiple casualties.
Ashley McDonald, 37, suffered fatal injuries. Emergency personnel pronounced her dead at the scene. Another driver, 53, also died in the accident.
Officials reported that four individuals sustained non-life-threatening injuries and were transported to Grove Hill Memorial Hospital. They were later released.
Investigators identified the truck driver as a 45-year-old man from Pennsylvania. Authorities charged him with two counts of vehicular manslaughter.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation by the Thomasville Police Department.
Ashley McDonald tragically killed in Thomasville tractor-trailer accident
CRASH INVESTIGATION
Candice Bond, an experienced tractor-trailer accident attorney, said that in such cases, it is imperative to have an independent investigation conducted promptly to protect the rights of a victim.
“Tractor-trailer crashes are often complex, and many factors can play a role in these types of accidents,” said Bond, who is a Managing Partner of Bond Legal.
“A skilled attorney can protect victims from trucking companies, which often send their own investigators to crash sites and possess a variety of resources they can utilize to defend a negligent truck driver.
“Your lawyer can advocate for you by hiring expert witnesses, conducting driver background checks, locating witnesses to the crash, and reviewing applicable insurance coverage, while carefully guiding a victim through the legal process.”
WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM
The family of Ashley McDonald may pursue compensation for damages such as costs associated with the death, loss of income and companionship, and other hardships.
“A death to a family member after an accident is both tragic and devastating to a surviving family. The grief, shock, and anger can be overwhelming,” said Bond.
She added, “Aside from the emotional suffering of those left behind, the death of someone close can have devastating financial implications. Loss of income and funeral costs alone can have tragic consequences when a family member is lost.”
Accident Injury News' national legal analyst Candice Bond is experienced in commercial trucking accidents. If you or a family member need help, she is available for a free consultation to guide you
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