The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE) reported that this past May 28, the repatriation of the eight Mexican workers who died in the vehicle accident that took place on May 14 in Marion County, Florida, was completed, and in which 30 compatriots were injured, six of them seriously.
He noted that the consulate in Orlando sent a letter to the families of the deceased, as well as the other victims of the unfortunate incident, about their rights, legal alternatives and information about the External Legal Advisory Program (PALE), whose lawyers Participants can provide them with legal assistance and representation.
“So far, only one of the injured Mexicans remains hospitalized, while two Mexicans were transferred to Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital in Jacksonville to continue their treatment.”
The Foreign Ministry explained that subsequent consular actions will focus on monitoring the investigation of working conditions, the procedures before the insurance company of the company in which the workers worked, and possible claims for compensation for damages. , and the full monitoring of the criminal proceedings against the bus driver, as well as any requests for immigration relief that the affected people may receive.
You can also read: Driver of the bus with migrants, injured in Florida, adds 11 other charges against him
jcp
#Repatriation #Mexicans #killed #Florida #vehicle #accident #completed
2024-06-04 10:56:25