[01-28-2022] San Bernardino County, CA – Driver Killed After a Fatal Train Crash in Ludlow

A 67-year-old man was killed in a deadly train crash at an intersection in Ludlow on Friday evening, January 28, 2022.

The deadly crash took place in the area of Main Street and Baghdad Chase Road in Ludlow at approximately 5:53 p.m.

A train crashed into an unspecified vehicle for unclear reasons. The circumstances leading up to the crash have not been established.

The driver of the vehicle was killed in the accident. He was pronounced dead at the scene. The identities of the involved parties have not been revealed.

The BNSF Railroad Police is further investigating the case. They will attempt to determine the possible cause of the crash.

Fatal Train Crash Statistics

Everyone relies on public transportation to get around. Parking and gas aren’t an issue because of the low cost of using this mode of transportation. Accidents involving public transportation are on the rise, unfortunately.

According to the US Department of Transportation, approximately 5,800 train-car collisions occur in the United States each year, most of which occur near railroad crossings. About 600 people were killed and 2,300 injured in these accidents.

According to the Federal Railroad Administration of the Department of Transportation, more than one-third of railroad crossings lack adequate warning devices.

Only 5% were attributable to mechanical failures, while human error was responsible for 48% of all railway incidents in California in 2007. Problems specific to the railroad business might also contribute to collisions.

Lack of safety precautions and inadequate security are the most common causes of train derailments and collisions.

Train Accident Lawyers for Victims in San Bernardino County

A train accident can result in either serious injury or death. If you have lost a loved one in a deadly train crash, you must immediately seek the assistance of an experienced San Bernardino train accident lawyer to help you in filing a wrongful death claim.

A wrongful death claim can help the victim’s family receive compensation for the accident’s damages. This includes medical bills, pain, and suffering, lost wages, decreases to future income potential, scarring or disfigurement, decreased enjoyment of life, and many other intangible losses.

It’s never easy to deal with the pain and anguish of losing a loved one. Our attorneys and legal staff are here to help you get through this terrible time by answering your questions, clarifying the laws that apply to your case, and assisting you in fighting for the money you deserve so you can move on with your life.

To schedule a free case review, call Arash Law at (888) 488-1391 or send us an email. Our California rail accident lawyers have a lot of experience dealing with insurance companies. They understand the losses that victims endure following a fatal accident and know how to safeguard your claim against lowball tactics.