Barton Twp, MI - Reed City Man Killed Riding ATV on 14 Mile Rd at Cypress Ave
Barton Twp, MI (June 2, 2023) - A crash involving a combine and all-terrain vehicle left one man dead in Barton Township on Monday, May 29.
The deadly crash occurred on 14 Mile Road near Cypress Avenue at around 5 p.m. A 52-year-old Reed City man was operating an ATV when he was hit by the combine. He was transported to a Grand Rapids hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
No additional information has been provided at this time.
An ongoing investigation into the cause of the deadly crash is in progress.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Deadly ATV Accidents in Michigan
Riding an off-road or all-terrain vehicle can be a source of recreation, but it can be dangerous when traveling on major roadways. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, 470 people died in all-terrain vehicle accidents in Michigan between 1982 and 2017. There were 2,437 injuries and 96 fatalities due to 13,426 ATV incidents in 2017 alone. Your life will never be the same if a loved one is killed in a collision. The surviving family members can be left to deal with any financial obligations that result from the accident. Even though it can seem like the last thing on your mind after a fatal accident, filing a lawsuit after the death of a loved one can help you and your family heal and at least recover financially. Families who have lost a loved one due to someone else's carelessness may be able to bring a wrongful death claim against the at-fault parties. You might be able to obtain compensation through a wrongful death claim for any funeral and hospital costs as well as other immediate financial damages brought on by the loss of a loved one. Since wrongful death lawsuits can be so complicated, recovery is typically a lengthy and difficult process, but a reliable lawyer can ensure that you are able to get the money you are entitled to.When a loved one dies in a car accident, you may think that nothing in your life will ever be the same again. Our Barton Township wrongful death attorneys are all too aware of the suffering that frequently results from an unexpected death. A Michigan wrongful death accident lawyer can fight for financial compensation if a negligent driver kills a family member. Families from all over the state turn to the attorneys at Christopher Trainor & Associates for wrongful death cases. Call our offices at 248-886-8650 if you are interested in setting up a consultation to go over your options for pursuing compensation following a fatal auto accident.Note:Our firm utilized outside sources when creating this post. We have not independently verified the facts regarding this accident. If you find incorrect information, contact Christopher Trainor & Associates immediately so that we correct the post to reflect the most accurate information available about the accident. This post can be removed upon request. Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is not intended to be legal or medical advice. The photograph used in this post was not taken at the actual accident scene. This post is not a solicitation for business.
