Grand Rapids, MI (October 21, 2023) – According to the sheriff’s office in Ottawa County, four persons were hurt and at least one person died after one car failed to yield the right of way and caused a collision.

On Saturday, October 21, at around 9:20 p.m., deputies were called to the junction of Ottogan Street and 8th Avenue in Jamestown Township in response to a complaint of a rollover collision.

A 17-year-old Grand Rapids teen was allegedly driving north on 8th Avenue in a Jeep before colliding with a westbound Honda. A man and a woman, both from Dorr and both aged 52, were sent to a local hospital after the Honda they were riding in was involved in an accident. Their injuries were apparently serious but not life-threatening.

The Grand Rapids teen and an 18-year-old male passenger in the Jeep were also taken to local hospitals, but their current conditions are unknown.

The cause of the accident has yet to be determined.

Our deepest condolences are with the deceased victim’s family. Our thoughts are extended to the injured and loved ones at this time.

Deadly Vehicle Wrecks in Michigan

Everyone understands that driving is hazardous, but when drivers take unnecessary risks, the chances of a serious or even fatal car accident are only exacerbated and magnified. If you’ve lost a loved one because of a negligent or dangerous motorist, it’s likely that you’re understandably upset and devastated.

The loss of a loved one cannot be compensated for, but the financial stability that comes from receiving a settlement may help you move forward. Certain surviving relatives in Michigan may file a Wrongful Death lawsuit and seek damages. A member of the family must be designated as the claim’s representative. Our state’s laws allow the following members of the deceased’s family to sue for wrongful death:

• Family of the decedent, such as a spouse and children
• Grandparents and parents of the deceased
• The deceased’s siblings
• Those who are named in the deceased’s will (such as aunts, uncles, or cousins) or who are legally entitled to inherit from the estate may submit a wrongful death claim even if none of the above relatives are still alive at the time of the death.

The negligent driver who caused your family member’s death or serious injuries in a car incident in Detroit should pay for their actions. Moreover, the vast majority of wrongful death lawsuits are filed by bereaved families with nothing to “gain” by doing so. In fact, they only seek recompense for the monetary hardship the terrible loss of their loved one has caused.

You have the right to hold the motorist responsible for your family member’s death if that driver’s negligence was a contributing factor. Depending on the specifics of your case, a wrongful death claim may entitle you to compensation for the following:

• Medical care and healthcare expenses
• The costs of your loved one’s funeral and burial
• The financial and emotional impact of losing your loved one, including but not limited to pain and suffering
• Experiencing the loss of your family member’s love, support, and direction (also known as loss of consortium)

After suffering injuries or losing a loved one in an accident, it’s normal to feel fearful and unsure of what to do next. If you’re struggling financially, you won’t want to add any more stress by doing it alone, but Christopher Trainor & Associates is here to assist. Contact our Grand Rapids wrongful death attorneys at 248-886-8650 if you’ve lost a loved one in an accident in Michigan.

Note: Our firm utilized outside sources when creating this post. We have not independently verified the facts regarding this accident. If you find information that is incorrect, contact Christopher Trainor & Associates immediately so that we correct the post to reflect the most accurate information available about the accident. This post can be removed upon request.  

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