[02-21-2022] Riverside County, CA – One Pedestrian Killed in Fatal Train Accident in North Shore Area

According to the Riverside County Fire Department, one unidentified person was killed in a crash in the North Shore area on Monday, February 21, 2022.

The fatal crash happened at about 6:17 a.m. near Highway 111 and Bay Drive.

The pedestrian died at the scene, according to the police department.

The person’s gender and age were not immediately available, and the name of the individual was withheld pending notification of next of kin.

There are no other details available.

The California Highway Patrol was in charge of the crash investigation.

Fatal Train Accident Statistics

Public transportation is generally considered the best and least expensive method of getting around town, but this isn’t universally true. The number of public transportation vehicle accidents is increasing.

Accidents involving trains occur all across the country. The US Department of Transportation estimates that approximately 5,800 train-car collisions occur in the US each year. Railroad crossings are the most common location for these incidents. Six hundred people were killed, and 2,300 were injured in these accidents.

According to the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) of the Department of Transportation, Eighty percent of railroad crossings lack adequate warning devices.

Most train accidents are caused by derailments, poorly maintained tracks, violations of safety rules, and other forms of negligence.

Riverside County Train Accident Lawyer for Victims of Fatal Train Crash

It is not uncommon for train collisions to result in serious injuries and even death. The legal team at Arash Law can assist anyone who has recently been involved in a car accident and needs legal representation. We want to assist you in defending your rights as a victim of crime.

In the event of a fatal accident, the victim’s family can file a wrongful death claim to receive compensation for their losses. Medical expenses, suffering, lost wages, lowered future earnings, scarring or disfigurement, diminished quality of life, and a host of other issues fall under this category.

Losing a loved one can be emotionally and psychologically draining, and those left behind may be easy pickings for the person responsible for the accident. It is critical that their legal rights be upheld.

Our Riverside County train accident lawyers at Arash Law can help you get the compensation you deserve after losing a loved one in a tragic accident. Lawyers specializing in wrongful death cases are well-versed in the latest developments in their cases. To get your case started, dial (888) 488-1391.