Monday afternoon collision at Highway 24 and 128th Street
WINNESHIEK, IA, (October 07, 2024) - The Winneshiek County Sheriff’s Office has released the name of the deceased man involved in a fatal crash Monday afternoon.
Carl Kuhn lost his life on Monday when his tractor collided with a Canadian Pacific Railroad train in Winneshiek County.
The incident occurred just after 2:30 p.m. at the intersection of Highway 24 and 128th Street.
The crash involved a tractor hauling an empty grain bin. According to the sheriff’s office, the driver made a late attempt to stop, while the train conductor also tried to apply the brakes.
The Winneshiek County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene.
Tragically, the driver of the tractor, identified as Carl Adolf Kuhn, age 60, of Fort Atkinson, died at the scene.
The investigation into the incident is ongoing, conducted by the Winneshiek County Sheriff’s Office in collaboration with the Canadian Pacific Railway.
TRAIN VS. PEDESTRIAN ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION
According to statistics, train accidents cause approximately 2,500 injuries and 600 deaths each year. Train accidents such as this one can occur for several reasons, including train personnel error, train track failure, a mechanical error or malfunction, a signalman error, and reckless actions.
All of these possibilities will be examined by officials during the investigation into the accident. Candice Bond, an experienced train accident attorney, said in cases such as this it's also imperative to have an independent investigation conducted by a seasoned lawyer in order to protect the family of a victim’s rights.
“Train crashes are often complex and many factors can play a role in these types of accidents,” said Bond, Managing Partner of Bond Legal. “A skilled attorney can protect the family of a victim from train companies, which often send their own investigators to crash sites and possess a variety of resources they can utilize in an attempt to defend their negligence. Your lawyer will advocate for you by hiring expert witnesses, locating witnesses to the crash, and reviewing applicable insurance coverage, while carefully guiding you through the legal process and vigorously protecting your best interests.”
WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM
Pending the results of any investigations, the family of Carl Kuhn may be entitled to a wrongful death claim. Survivors of wrongful death victims may seek damages for loss of companionship, pain and suffering, and emotional distress following a tragic or catastrophic accident such as this tragic incident.
Bond said “Grieving families of victims are sometimes overwhelmed by the legal processes that are in place to protect their rights. An attorney can be a valuable and compassionate resource to help guide a family during this difficult time, and ensure that those left behind receive the restitution they are entitled to.”
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