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Kevin is a Virginia injury attorney who handles car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, etc.

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10/19/2011
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Chesapeake, VA Personal Injury Attorney Reports: Motorcycle Rider Killed, Others Injured in Head-n Accident on Highway 71

A 54-year-old man from East Stone Gap, Virginia (VA), was enjoying a ride on his motorcycle on Highway 71 in Russell County when his life came to an abrupt, tragic end. He was killed when a dump truck crossed the center line and slammed into his motorcycle. The truck also hit two more people on motorcycles, and those victims suffered injuries. Reports indicate the motorcycle riders were part of a Christian motorcycle club based in Wise County, VA.  

Police continue to investigate the accident and have not determined what caused the at-fault truck operator to cross the center line. Was the driver distracted? Was there a mechanical issue with the truck? We will have to wait and see what the investigation reveals.  

If it turns out the at-fault truck driver was distracted, drowsy, or under the influence of a substance, the family of the victim may have a claim for wrongful death in Virginia. To learn about Virginia wrongful death law, take a look at this free consumer report. 

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Category: Wrongful Death

Labels: accident Crash Duffan East Stone Gap Highway 71 injuries injury truck VA Wise County Wreck wrongful death attorney in Virginia


About the Editors: Shapiro, Lewis & Appleton is a Virginia injury law firm whose attorneys focus on personal injury and accident law and have experience handling wrongful death cases. We have offices in Virginia Beach and Hampton, VA, but we're ready to come to you anywhere in Virginia if your family member or loved one was killed as a result of someone else's carelessness.

Rick Shapiro and James Lewis have been named to the National Million Dollar Advocates Form since 2009 and listed among the Best Lawyers in America since 2008. Shapiro and Lewis have also been named Virginia Super Lawyers for Personal Injury Law since 2010. Fewer than 5 percent of lawyers are chosen for this professional honor. In addition, ours was the first injury law firm in Virginia to join Primerus, a select group of highly ethical and respected law firms.

Our VA personal injury firm has the highest rating of AV from Martindale-Hubbell, a national lawyer ranking organization, which means we have a reputation for preeminent legal skill.

While not every injury case meets our criteria, we offer free initial confidential case consultations, so call us toll free at (800) 752-0042. If you cannot get through due to high call volume, please leave a voicemail so we can return your call.



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