Our Atlanta wrongful death law firm has been informed of a tragic accident occurring on southbound I-85 in DeKalb County early this morning. Steven Naraine was legally and lawfully operating his vehicle on the highway when a green BMW entered the roadway at Shallowford Road travelling in the wrong way in a northbound direction. After travelling less than 1/4 of a mile, the driver of the BMW stuck the vehicle driven by Mr. Naraine. Mr. Naraine's vehicle was then struck by two additional vehicles. Mr. Naraine, we are saddened to report, perished as a consequence of this accident. The driver of the BMW was transported to Grady Memorial Hospital where he was listed in serious condition, and the drivers of the two other vehicles were apparently treated and released from local hospitals. DeKalb County Police spokesperson, Officer Jason Gagnon, reported late this morning that the driver of the BMW was "suspected of being under the influence" at the time of the accident.
The conduct of the driver of the BWM was reprehensible, and his actions amount to clear negligence under the laws of Georgia. Mr. Naraine's family will certainly be entitled to a substantial financial recovery, perhaps millions of dollars, for the loss of their loved one. The family will also, almost certainly, be entitled to a punitive damage award for the reckless conduct exhibited by the driver of the BMW. We have recovered millions of dollars for families who have suffered such losses, and, although no figure can be placed on the loss of a life, we hope that this family receives the full compensation allowed by the law. The driver of the BMW deserves to be punished.
This incident is the latest in a string of terrible automobile accidents recently occurring on Atlanta's roadways. Over the last several days, our office has been retained by a number of victims who have suffered disabling injuries sustained in motor vehicle collisions which happened within the last 2 weeks.
