Friday morning collision happened at County roads 53 and 50
CARVER, MN, (October 11, 2024) - The Carver County Sheriff's Office responded to a dump truck crash on Friday morning that claimed the lives of an elderly Forest Lake couple. The accident occurred at around 11:50 a.m. at the intersection of County Road 53 and County Road 50
Richard and Jeanette Hahn lost their lives on Friday as the result of a collision with a dump truck at the intersection of Carver County roads 53 and 50.
Sheriff Jason Kamerud said that 75-year-old Richard Hahn was driving westbound on County Road 50 in a 2020 Toyota Corolla. After stopping at a stop sign, he continued into the intersection and was struck by a northbound dump truck on County Road 53.
Richard Hahn died at the scene. His wife, 75-year-old Jeanette Hahn, was taken to the hospital and later died.
The driver of the dump truck, a 32-year-old man from Arlington, Minnesota, was not injured.
The crash remains under investigation.
CRASH INVESTIGATION
Candice Bond, an experienced commercial accident attorney, said that in such cases, it is imperative to have an independent investigation conducted promptly to protect the rights of a victim.
"Commercial accidents are often complex, and many factors can play a role in these types of accidents," said Bond, a Managing Partner of Bond Legal.
"A skilled attorney can protect victims from trucking companies, which often send their own investigators to crash sites and possess a variety of resources they can utilize to defend a negligent truck driver.
"Your lawyer can advocate for you by hiring expert witnesses, conducting driver background checks, locating witnesses to the crash, and reviewing applicable insurance coverage, while carefully guiding a victim through the legal process."
WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM
The family of the victims may pursue compensation for damages such as costs associated with the death, loss of income and companionship, and other hardships.
"A death to a family member after an accident is both tragic and devastating to a surviving family. The grief, shock, and anger can be overwhelming," said Bond.
She added, "Aside from the emotional suffering of those left behind, the death of someone close can have devastating financial implications. Loss of income and funeral costs alone can have tragic consequences when a family member is lost."
Newsline's national legal analyst Candice Bond is experienced in commercial trucking accidents. If you or a family member need help she is available for a free consultation to guide you.
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