Athens Co, OH – Richard Turner, Laiken Salyers Killed in Car Accident on Dairy Ln

Athens Co, OH (December 28, 2020) – Two university students were killed following a deadly single-vehicle collision in Athens County on Sunday, December 27. 

According to local sources, the fatal accident took place on Dairy Lane. Local authorities were notified of the accident at around 8:30 a.m. that morning. Reports from local officials revealed that 23-year-old Laiken Nicole Salyers of Wheelersburg, Ohio, and 20-year-old Richard R. Turner of East Orange, New Jersey were traveling in a vehicle at the time of the accident.

Local authorities believe that the two were traveling in the car while navigating a curve and lost control. The vehicle slid off the roadway before overturning. No further information on the deadly accident is currently available. 

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the families of Richard Turner and Laiken Salyers at this time.

Deadly Rollover Accidents in Ohio

Certain types of collisions are more likely to result in fatal injuries. Rollovers are some of the most lethal types of collisions possible. In 2010, rollovers were only involved in an estimated 2.2% of reported car crashes in the United States. However, that same year, rollovers accounted for nearly 35% of fatal vehicle collisions nationwide, resulting in over 7,600 fatalities. Of those killed, an estimated 69% of deceased victims were reportedly unrestrained at the time of the crash. 

The preventable death of a loved one can be a shattering and entirely traumatic experience for surviving family members, and no amount of compensation can ever make up for the death of a loved one. Ohio wrongful death suits can be raised from careless acts, including a car crash, resulting in the death of a family member, in order to recover lost compensation for a representative of the deceased. Surviving family members should consult with an Ohio wrongful death lawyer who can help guide them through the process and construct a strong legal claim after the loss of a family member of a deadly accident.  

If you are filing an Ohio wrongful death claim in Cincinnati, hiring an attorney from the Green Law Firm can significantly benefit your case and put you on track to recover deserved legal compensation. We know how to litigate wrongful death lawsuits in Ohio and can adapt our strategies to the unique circumstances of your case, and our experienced personal injury lawyers will fight for the legal rights of families who have lost a loved one. Contact our offices today at (513)769-0840 if you have lost a family member due to the negligence of another. 

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