Wolfgang Lampert Died In Colorado Springs Car Accident With Pickup Truck By The Intersection of Austin Bluffs Parkway and Rangewood Drive
COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO (January 29, 2022) – A man identified as Wolfgang Lampert was killed in a Colorado Springs car accident by Austin Bluffs Parkway and Rangewood Drive.
Colorado Springs officials are saying that the accident took place on January 20. Wolfgang Lampert was in a Honda Civic when he was rear-ended by a pickup truck.
Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help the victim. Unfortunately, Wolfgang Lampert died due to his injuries.
Speed was considered a factor in the crash. A full investigation remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For Colorado Springs Car Accidents
Speed remains one of the most common causes of car accidents in the United States. Drivers are far more likely to lose control of their vehicle at higher speeds. Higher speeds also make it much more difficult for vehicles to come to a stop. Drivers are particularly likely to lose control at higher speeds when they are traveling around curves. Even driving the speed limit could be dangerous depending on the prevailing conditions. There are many things that drivers should do to prevent collisions.
- Drivers should constantly scan the road ahead of them.
- Drivers should slow down during periods of inclement weather.
- Drivers should have their vehicle periodically inspected and maintained.
Every driver has a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid collisions. Pursuant to CO Rev Stat § 42-4-1008, the driver of a motor vehicle shall not follow another vehicle more closely than would be reasonable and prudent given the flow of traffic on the roadway and other prevailing conditions. There is a rebuttable presumption of negligence on the part of any driver that rear-ends another vehicle in their own lane. Victims of car accidents tend to suffer very serious and costly injuries after any accident.
- Broken bones
- Head injuries
- Spinal cord trauma
- Organ damage
Pickup trucks are often used for commercial purposes. If a pickup truck driver was working at the time of a crash, the company that they were working for could be held at fault. The family of any person that is killed in a car accident may have legal recourse through a wrongful death claim. A wrongful death attorney can examine the unique facts of your case free of cost and let you know what your legal rights are.
Investigating A Colorado Springs Car Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our deepest condolences to the family of Wolfgang Lampert. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to police. There needs to be some accountability for the sake of the victim’s family.
Do you need more information about a Colorado Springs car accident? Our team of consumer safety advocates are here to answer any questions that you may have. We care deeply that accident victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of assistance after a collision we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
