[12-11-2021] Contra Costa County, CA – One Person Killed After a Deadly Multi-Vehicle Collision in Lafayette

One unidentified person was killed after a fatal collision involving multiple vehicles in Lafayette on early Saturday morning, December 11, 2021.

The fatal collision happened in the area of St. Stephens on-ramp to Highway 24 in Lafayette at approximately 1:30 a.m.

Several vehicles collided on the roadway for unclear reasons. The circumstances leading up to the accident have not been established.

One person was killed as a result of the crash. No other injuries were reported. The identities of the involved parties have not been disclosed.

Information about the crash is limited at the moment. An active investigation of the case is currently underway.

Fatal Multi-Vehicle Collision Statistics

People who get hurt in car accidents often have long-term and sometimes fatal injuries. Everyone should drive carefully to avoid this.

In the United States, car accidents happen all the time. At least 33,654 people died in car accidents last year, about the same as last year. The people who died in car accidents that year were 36,560 people.

A multi-vehicle collision happens when three or more cars hit each other on the road. They are usually caused by a “chain-reaction” crash, where one car bumps into another, which then bumps into other cars on the road.

Accidents involving cars can be life-changing and painful. Because cars have become so common in our lives, many drivers don’t realize how dangerous they can become or how easy it is to get into a serious or even fatal car accident.

Fatal Auto Accident Attorneys for Victims in Contra Costa County

No amount of money can make up for the loss of a loved one, but the deceased’s immediate family can file a wrongful death claim to pay for medical bills.

In addition, there is a need to get money for things like loss of consortium, the loss of a loved one’s future income, and emotional pain, among other things.

The victim’s family can receive compensation for the following losses: medical bills, funeral costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering are often the first things you do after a car accident.

Arash Law has helped many people hurt or has lost a loved one in car accidents across California get the money they deserve for their injuries and losses. Call (888) 488-1391 to schedule your free consultation. Trust our experienced fatal Contra Costa auto accident lawyers to protect your legal rights so you can focus on recovery from your injuries.