W 7th Ave West Homestead wrongful death lawsuit
W 7th Ave West Homestead wrongful death lawsuit arises after a single-car wreck early Thursday in the 600 block of West Seventh Avenue. A 52-year-old woman, who was a passenger, was ejected from the vehicle and pronounced dead at the scene.
Crash Details & Time
The collision happened at about 12:48 a.m. Authorities report that the single vehicle wrecked near West Homestead, with speed believed to be a contributing factor.
Victim & Driver Information
The woman was a passenger. The driver, a man, was seriously injured and extricated from the wreckage and rushed to a local hospital for treatment.
Scene & Investigation Insights
The vehicle damage was severe. Debris from the crash was found over 300 feet beyond the immediate crash site. A section of West Seventh Avenue was blocked for an extended period during crash clearance. State and local investigators are examining speed and other potential factors.
Legal Options After a Fatal Passenger Crash
When a passenger dies in a crash due to possible negligence (including excessive speed, unsafe vehicle conditions, or driver error), surviving family members may have the right to file a wrongful death lawsuit. Compensation can include funeral and medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and other damages.
How Chaffin Luhana Can Help
Let Our Attorneys Fight For You & Your Family
How Chaffin Luhana Can Help
The personal injury attorneys at Chaffin Luhana offer free consultations. We help families gather crash and medical reports, secure expert evaluation, document evidence, and advocate for fair compensation after a fatal crash.