[08-15-2022] Alameda County, CA – Multi-Vehicle Collision Results One Death in Oakland

One person died in a six-vehicle crash collision in Oakland on Monday morning.

The collision transpired at around 2:57 a.m. on I-880’s southbound lanes near the Coliseum just south of the 66th Avenue on-ramp.

According to the CHP, a second vehicle rear-ended the first vehicle, causing the driver to be ejected. After that, the driver was fatally struck by a third vehicle.

According to the reports from the CHP, it was a hit-and-run because the third vehicle continued to drive.

A fourth vehicle swerved to avoid the first collision but crashed nonetheless.
The fifth vehicle hit the deceased on the ground but continued to the scene.
A sixth car was also involved.

Fatal Multi-Vehicle Crash Statistics

One type of auto accident involves multiple vehicles. This type of collision occurs when three or more cars are involved in an accident. They are typically the result of a “chain-reaction” accident in which a vehicle strikes another, possibly causing it to hit other cars.

An accident involving multiple vehicles occurs when several cars collide. When six or more vehicles are involved, this type of traffic accident is sometimes called a “pile-up.”

Severe, sometimes fatal, injuries are frequently the result of auto accidents. It is advised that all drivers exercise caution to prevent this.

Unfortunately, car accidents happen far too frequently in the US. According to estimates, auto accidents claimed the lives of 33,654 people in 2013. A total of 36,560 people died in car accidents in that year.

One of the leading causes of injury and death in California is auto accidents.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there were over 3,304 fatal car accidents in California in 2017.

Although it is technically possible, it is not advised to represent yourself in a car accident case. When you represent yourself, you run the risk of making mistakes and losing your chance to get compensated for your losses.

Alameda County Fatal Car Accident Lawyers

A loved one’s fatal multi-vehicle collision can devastate families in a tragic accident. You’ll require the assistance of an experienced attorney if you’re facing a situation like this.

If a loved one was killed in a collision, you should immediately speak with a skilled fatal car accident attorney. The responsible driver’s insurance company will investigate the accident immediately. They take their claims very seriously. So start your claim right away as a favor to yourself.

California gives you two years from the date of your accident or when you become aware of your injuries to file a claim. The sooner you speak with Arash Law, though, the sooner you can start the process of obtaining compensation. To begin your case, get in touch with a qualified California auto accident lawyer as quickly as possible.

Arash Law’s fatal car accident attorneys in Alameda County will put forth a valiant effort to see that you have access to just compensation for all of your legal claims. You can schedule your free consultation by calling (888) 488-1391 or contacting us online.