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Drunk driving often tied to fatal Michigan car accidents

Car crashes in Michigan can turn fatal far too easily and far too often. When the added factor of an impaired driver is involved, the probability of injury or death increases greatly. Families are often left to struggle with their grief and wondering whether any different actions could have possibly prevented these types of car accidents. Two families are likely facing this exact pain as they mourn the loss of two 18-year-old men who died in a collision that -- according to police -- may have been caused by a drunk driver.

The accident in question occurred on a recent afternoon, according to authorities, when a pickup truck allegedly veered into oncoming traffic and struck another vehicle. The truck carried two people, both of whom were seriously injured and had to be rushed to a nearby hospital. The 19-year-old driver had to be removed with the assistance of the Jaws of Life. The car that was struck was occupied by two men, both 18 years old, who died at the scene.

Authorities will not say exactly why they suspect that the pickup driver was driving while intoxicated. Their investigation is still being conducted and more answers will likely be released when they are satisfied that they have collected all information. No charges have been filed at this point in time.

Those who find their lives forever changed at the hands of a drunk driver may feel powerless to bring a responsible party to justice. No matter the outcome of any potential criminal charges, the families of the two young men who died here in Michigan may choose to file a wrongful death claim against the driver of the truck. If such a claim were successfully litigated, it could result in financial relief for the families that could help them cover expenses related to the crash. Car accidents like these are tragic, but families deserve to have the chance to move forward with their lives.

Source: clickondetroit.com, "Police: Alleged drunk driver killed 2 teens in US-23 crash", , July 4, 2014

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