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9/22/2011
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Yorktown, VA Couple Had Lives Shattered in Car Crash

Clifton and Nancy Hayes, natives of Yorktown, Virginia (VA) were enjoying a trip in Monterey, California (CA) driving down the Monterey-Salinas Highway in a rented Nissan Altima when they were the victims in a horrible car crash.

The driver of a Chevrolet SUV drifted into the westbound lane and slammed head-on into the Hayes' vehicle. The wreck specifically occurred between Canyon Del Rey and Olsted roads. Mr. Hayes died at the scene of the crash and Mrs. Hayes suffered serious injuries, according to the Monterey Herald.

Our deepest sympathies go out to the Hayes family. Just think, in the blink of an eye, through no fault of their own, their lives were forever changed in this senseless accident.  Monterey police are investigating the possibility of drug or alcohol involvement in this wrongful death car wreck.  

If it turns out the at-fault driver was intoxicated or under the influence of an illegal substance, the Hayes family should consult with a wrongful death attorney to discuss their legal options. Even though the accident occurred in California, that does not prevent an out-of-state victim, or administrator, from bringing a wrongful death claim when the accident occurred in that state.

Under these circumstances, many courts allow plaintiffs to pursue punitive damages, which is a form of additional compensation meant to send a signal to the community that the defendant's actions are unacceptable. 

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Category: Wrongful Death

Labels: accident car Cooper Crash injuries injury injury lawyer Monterey punitive damages VA Wreck wrongful death wrongful death attorney Yorktown


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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