Semi-Truck Kills Randall Kriebel on I-80 in Hubbard Township, OH

FATAL TRACTOR-TRAILER ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION

The highway patrol is investigating the tragedy and working to determine what caused the Freightliner to strike and kill Kriebel.

According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), a range of factors can contribute to semi-truck accidents, including brake problems, speeding, prescription drug use, unfamiliarity with the roadway, lane drifting, improper truck maneuvering, and driver fatigue.

Candice Bond, an experienced pedestrian accident attorney, said that in cases such as this, it’s imperative to have an independent investigation conducted by a seasoned attorney in a timely manner to protect a victim’s family’s rights.

“Tractor-trailer crashes are often complex, and many factors can play a role in these types of accidents,” said Bond, Managing Partner of Bond Legal and a national analyst for Accident Injury News. “A skilled attorney can protect a grieving family 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. A 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 grieving family through the legal process.”

Sadly, statistics show that a person is killed or seriously injured every 15 minutes in an accident caused by a semi-truck. FMCSA data reveal that approximately 5,000 people are killed in semi-truck crashes each year.

WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM

Pending the results of the investigation, the family of Randall Kriebel may be entitled to pursue a wrongful death claim. Family members of wrongful death victims may seek damages for loss of love and companionship, funeral costs, pain and suffering, and emotional distress following a tragic or catastrophic accident such as this one.

“The stress and sorrow can be extremely overwhelming after losing a loved one in an accident,” said Stefano Formica, Of Counsel at Bond Legal and also a national legal analyst for Accident Injury News. “We understand just what families are forced to go through, and having their rights protected is vital. A wrongful death lawyer will stay updated on the official investigation and help ensure that their legal rights and best interests are protected.”

(This report is based on verified data - learn more on our About Us page.)