Those who operate a vehicle at a high rate of speed are inherently less capable of reacting to a variety of driving scenarios. Such behavior increases the risk that car accidents may occur, and collisions that take place at high speeds can have catastrophic outcomes. A recent crash that took place during a police pursuit has reportedly injured two individuals and claimed the life of another in Montana.
Law enforcement agents say the incident began on a recent Sunday just before 4 a.m. as officers attempted to initiate a traffic stop on a car that had been reported stolen. They say the driver of this car chose to flee the scene, subsequently leading them on a high-speed pursuit. The chase reportedly came to an end when the car crashed into another vehicle at a nearby intersection.
The driver who caused the crash was reportedly pronounced dead at the scene. Both a passenger in this car and the driver of the other vehicle suffered injuries in the crash and they were transported to a hospital for medical care shortly thereafter. Authorities have advised that speed was a contributing factor and that an investigation into the crash is still underway.
Individuals who suffer severe harm in car accidents due to the actions of another driver could find it helpful to seek guidance in better understanding their available legal avenues as soon as possible. Since the civil justice system can be complex, a person in Montana could choose to retain the services of an attorney for assistance. This type of guidance could prove vital to helping a person prepare to pursue the full amount of restitution entitled through a personal injury claim. In accidents caused by the driver of a stolen vehicle, an attorney can also help pursue recovery of uninsured motorist coverage through the client’s personal automobile or homeowners insurance policies.