[05-02-2023] Orange County, CA – One Person Killed Following Truck Collision Along 5 Freeway

One person was killed following a truck collision along the 5 Freeway, South Orange County, early Tuesday morning, May 02, 2023.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the fatal collision happened around 5:16 a.m. on the southbound 5 Freeway near Junipero Serra Road.

A car and a semi-truck were reportedly involved in the collision. One person, whose identity remains undisclosed, was declared dead at the scene.

The number of people involved and the extent of possible injuries are currently unknown. An investigation is currently underway.

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In California, truck accident victims can seek compensation through civil court.

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What to Do After a Big Rig Accident

• Seek medical attention immediately. Diagnosing and treating underlying damages is possible, even though they may not be immediately apparent.
• Report accidents involving semi-trucks and other large vehicles as soon as possible. The police must be notified and a report filed.
• When dealing with a lawyer or insurance company, always tell the truth and don’t make assumptions. Consult a lawyer before accepting a settlement offer.
• Insurance companies may refuse to pay a victim if they apologize, even if they are blameless. So avoid such behaviors.
• A full copy of the report should be available upon request from the appropriate authorities. You can also use our online form to contact us. We can’t look at your claim without it.
• One of California’s reliable truck accident lawyers will give you their undivided attention during your no-cost appointment.

Fatal Big Rig Accident Statistics

Truck drivers and passengers are safer in accidents than their counterparts in smaller vehicles, like cars. Statistics show that passengers in smaller vehicles are more likely to sustain life-threatening injuries in collisions. Accidents involving semi-trucks and other large commercial vehicles can cause serious damage.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that in the US in 2020, there were 4,965 fatalities involving heavy vehicles. The number of fatalities dropped by 5% the following year after reaching a record high of 5,032 in 2019. Nevertheless, trucks are involved in 71% of fatal car accidents in the US.

Large trucks made up 8.9% of all vehicles involved in fatal collisions in the US in 2020. At least 90 people died in truck-car collisions in California in 2015. Texas and Florida were the only states with at least 50 truck-related fatalities that year.