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<\/a>Gary Lee Galiher, 77, sadly died in a multi-vehicle accident on Oct. 20 on Burnt Store Road in Cape Coral.<\/p>\n\nAccording to police, the crash happened around 8:25 p.m. when a southbound truck crossed the center line into the northbound lane, striking the rear tire of a northbound truck. The impact caused the northbound truck to lose control and spin out on the roadway. The southbound truck then collided with an SUV carrying Galiher, forcing the vehicle to roll off the road.<\/p>\n
\nSadly, Galiher and another occupant of the SUV were pronounced dead at the scene. The unidentified driver of the northbound truck sustained minor injuries<\/p>\n
\nThe accident remains under investigation.<\/p>\n
CRASH INVESTIGATION NEEDED<\/p>\n
\nEach day, victims like Mr. Galiher lose their lives in car accidents across the nation, often as a result of another driver\u2019s negligence.<\/p>\n
\nAccording to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), speeding was the leading cause of fatal crashes last year, followed by impairment from alcohol, drugs, or medication; improper lane use; failure to yield the right of way; and distracted driving. On average, about 36,000 people are killed in motor vehicle accidents in the United States each year.<\/p>\n
\nWhile the cause and liability of the crash are being investigated, Candice Bond, an experienced accident attorney and Managing Partner of Bond Legal, said that it is imperative to have an independent investigation conducted by a seasoned attorney.<\/p>\n
\n\u201cIn addition to the diligent work of law enforcement, an attorney can re-interview important witnesses, analyze any surveillance video from the scene of the crash, and obtain phone and texting records of the liable party,\u201d said Bond, a national analyst for The Legal Advocate. \u201cServing as an advocate, an attorney can help compassionately guide a family who has lost a loved one during this difficult time, as well as protect their legal rights and best interests.\u2019\u2019<\/p>\n
WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM<\/p>\n
\nThe family members of Gary Lee Galiher\u00a0may be entitled to a wrongful death claim. Family members of wrongful death victims may seek damages for loss of companionship, pain, suffering, and emotional distress following a tragic or catastrophic accident.<\/p>\n
\n\u201cWe understand just what families are forced to go through, and having their rights protected is vital,\u201d said Stefano Formica, Of Counsel with Bond Legal. \u201cA wrongful death lawyer will stay updated on the official investigation and help ensure that their best interests are taken care of. Relatives of wrongful death victims are entitled to seek damages for the loss of companionship, pain and suffering, and emotional distress following a tragic or catastrophic accident.\u201d<\/p>\n
(This report is based on verified data – learn more on our About Us<\/a> page.)<\/p>\n If you or a family member have been involved in a situation similar to this article and would like to speak to our national legal analysts Candice Bond or Stefano Formica free of charge, please use the contact information found on this page.<\/p>\n (Candice Bond, Managing Partner, and Stefano Formica, Of Counsel, at Bond Legal, are the national legal analysts for The Legal Advocate. The Legal Advocate can and does use quotes from prior interviews with our analysts for our news articles. If you would like to contact Bond Legal to help you, please call 866-599-0297<\/a> or use the submission box found on this page. Legal analysts quoted may or may not be licensed in your state).<\/p>\n
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