[11-29-2022] Sacramento County, CA – Woman Fatally Struck By Train Near French Road

Authorities reported that a train struck and killed one woman in south Sacramento Tuesday night, November 29, 2022.

The crash occurred around 10:00 p.m. near Gerber and French roads in Florin.

Responders arrived at the scene and pronounced the victim dead.

The identity of the woman has yet to be revealed.

Details on the crash are still ongoing.

Fatal Train Accident Statistics

Every two hours, trains hit people or automobiles, according to the National Transportation Safety Board. Every year, over a thousand people are killed in train accidents. It causes approximately 2,300 injuries and 600 deaths.

According to the National Transportation Safety Board, pedestrians are more likely to die in train accidents than in automobile accidents. Unsafe crossings, outmoded or missing safety equipment and a lack of automobile warning systems cause 50% of all fatal train accidents.

Over 7,200 people have died in train accidents in the United States since 1997. Trains colliding with pedestrians have lately eclipsed all other causes of mortality on American railroads as the primary cause of fatalities.

The train is the most effective means of transportation. Many factors influence employee and passenger safety, including conductor skill and frequency of maintenance. They are dangerous because they may be negligent or take unsafe shortcuts.

Derailments, worn-out tracks, disregard for safety requirements, inadequate security, and other irresponsibility lead to train accidents.

Train Accident Lawyers in Sacramento

Most people have taken public transit at least once, such as the subway. Accidents can happen even if this is a generally safe and effective means of transportation.

While less dangerous than many other types of transportation, train accidents can still result in severe injury or death. A train accident may entitle you or a loved one to compensation.

Our legal team can communicate with the insurance company on your behalf to obtain reasonable compensation for accident-related medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

Our train accident attorneys in Sacramento aggressively fight for the rights of victims injured in these accidents. Our team will work to get a fair settlement so you can concentrate on your recovery.

Call (888) 488-1391 for a free legal consultation or fill out the “Do I Have A Case?” form on our website.