Involuntary Manslaughter in Auto Accidents
Auto accidents cause tens of thousands of fatalities each year in the United States alone. Many fatal crashes are attributable to a negligent or reckless driver. Under some circumstances, the driver may be charged with the crime of involuntary manslaughter. Since there was no intention to kill, no matter how negligent the driver was being, they cannot be charged with murder. However, like murder, manslaughter also carries harsh penalties.
The experienced Bronx auto accident attorneys at Parker Waichman, LLP, can help you to explore your legal options in the civil justice system if you have lost a loved one and the individual responsible is being pursued in a criminal case. To speak with a skilled attorney today, contact us at 888-244-2273.
Involuntary Manslaughter Charges
Auto accident deaths occur in in many different ways. Each situation is treated differently between insurance companies and the courts. In some cases, prosecutors will choose to charge the drivers with involuntary manslaughter. Years of jail time may be given to careless drivers convicted of this crime. Driver actions that may play a role in an involuntary manslaughter conviction include:
- DUI
- DWI
- Cell phone use
- Drowsiness
- Failure to pay attention to road
- Adjusting audio equipment
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If you have been forced to cope with the needless and premature loss of a loved one to a fatal and preventable automobile accident, it is important to hire experienced representation today. Contact the Bronx car accident lawyers of Parker Waichman LLP, for more information about your rights in these tragic times.
