In simultaneous proceedings, a former Erie Coke Corp. employee faces criminal charges of vehicular homicide as well as a wrongful death suit in an Erie Court after killing a motorcyclist last August. 

At the time of the crash, Martin P. Allen was on his way home from a meeting of Erie Coke employees at the Huzars Club when he hit Kevin R. Imler with his SUV as he was turning left in front of the motorcycle at an intersection.  Police arrested Allen for driving under the influence with a .248 blood alcohol content, which is three times the legal limit in Pennsylvania.  

In the civil suit, Imler's estate filed against Allen, Erie Coke Corp. and the Huzars Club.  According to the state's Dram Shop Act, taverns can be held liable if servers provide alcohol to a visibly intoxicated consumer who causes harm.  Furthermore, since Allen was driving a company-owned Mercury Mountaineer and leaving an employee meeting when the crash occurred, the corporation can liable for Allen's actions. 

Reports also state that Allen had a previous DUI on his record and that Erie Coke employees bought him drinks at the meeting.  The suit claims that considering Allen's previous driving record, the employees present at the meeting should not have let him leave if he was visibly intoxicated.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident, you should not hesitate to seek immediate legal action against all parties involved.  The Car Accident Attorneys of Page Cagle law firm in St. Louis have the experience and know-how to maximize compensation in your case.  We have handled several suits all across Missouri and Illinois, and we are available 24/7 to answer any of your legal questions.