Manford James Iverslie Killed in Maine Prairie Township C...
MSP investigating fatal collision in Stearns County
An 84-year-old Rockville man died Friday afternoon after a two-vehicle collision on Highway 15 at County Road 146 in Maine Prairie Township, Stearns County, Minnesota, according to the Minnesota State Patrol (MSP). A 2022 Ford F-150, traveling westbound on County Road 146, and a 2019 Ford Expedition, heading northbound on Highway 15, collided at their intersection. The F-150 driver, identified as Manford James Iverslie, was pronounced dead at the crash scene. He was wearing a seatbelt, and alcohol is not suspected. The driver of the Ford Expedition, 42-year-old Kristin Kay Vanvleet of Saint Augusta, suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to Saint Cloud Hospital. A 7-year-old passenger in the Expedition, Harper Lana Vanvleet, also of Saint Augusta, was not injured. Both were wearing seatbelts. Stearns County Sheriff's Office, Watkin Fire, South Haven Fire, Kimball Fire, and Mayo EMS responded to the scene. Road conditions were dry. The crash remains under investigation by the Minnesota State Patrol.
A thorough investigation is essential to understand "how this tragedy could have occurred," stated Candice Bond, Managing Partner at Bond Legal. "For families who have lost a loved one, the details uncovered can be critical in seeking justice and preventing similar incidents; our focus is on holding those responsible accountable."
Minnesota wrongful death statute
National Legal Analyst Stefano Formica, Of Counsel at Bond Legal, noted that "wrongful death claims in Minnesota factor in elements like medical and funeral expenses, lost financial support, and the emotional suffering of surviving family members."
These claims must typically be filed within three years of the crash, though exceptions can extend this period. Damages can include compensation for lost income, loss of companionship, and pain and suffering experienced by the surviving family members. An attorney can help determine all potential damages and handle the complex legal process.