[12-19-2021] Los Angeles County, CA – One Person Killed After a Deadly Big Rig Collision in Irwindale

One unidentified person was killed after a fatal big rig crash in Irwindale on Sunday night, December 19, 2021.

The fatal accident occurred on Interstate 605 Freeway near Arrow Highway in Irwindale at approximately 10:00 p.m.

Under unclear circumstances, an unspecified vehicle and a big rig collided on the roadway. How the accident occurred and why it happened have not been established.

At least one person was killed in 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. Local authorities are further investigating the cause of the crash and the liability.

Fatal Big Rig Accident Statistics

Accidents involving big rig trucks have risen by 30% since 2009. As of 2017, the Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) says about 4,102 traffic deaths involving a big rig.

Some of the deadliest accidents on our roads happen when big rigs get into trouble. If you or a member of your family is hurt in a big rig accident in California, you need the help of a skilled lawyer.

Crashing tractor-trailers, like this one, can be caused by several things, like the driver not being able to control the truck and other things, like a tire blowout, an uncontrollable or controllable vehicle failure, speeding, lane drift, and driver fatigue.

Unfortunately, according to a recent study, one out of three commercial truck drivers suffer from mild to severe sleep apnea, making them less alert and less effective on the road.

Los Angeles Truck Accident Lawyers for Victims

An experienced lawyer can help you file a wrongful death claim and deal with the financial consequences of an accident. To get money for things like lost income, pain and suffering, and emotional distress, a family of a person who died in a car accident can file a wrongful death claim.

A wrongful death lawyer can help the family of the person who died get through this difficult time while also ensuring that the person who did the wrong thing is punished.

Insurance companies sometimes claim that these injuries “aren’t worth very much” if they do not result in dramatic losses. Remember that the insurance company is working against you. They are on the other side.

The best Los Angeles truck accident injury lawyers from Arash Law can give you a fair idea of what your claim is worth. The experienced truck accident lawyers at Arash Law have handled many cases and know what fair compensation is in your particular case. Call us now at (888) 488-1391 for a FREE Consultation with a wrongful death attorney.