[08-04-2022] Fresno County, CA – 38-Year-Old Man Killed in Fatal Truck Accident Near Nees Avenue

According to the California Highway Patrol, a 38-year-old Mendota man was killed after a big rig struck a car in Fresno County on Thursday, August 4, 2022.

The crash occurred around noon close to the Nees Avenue off-ramp on the northbound side of the highway.

The CHP stated that a 2002 Honda was reportedly struck by a big rig, killing the Honda’s driver.

His name was not immediately disclosed while the next of kin were being notified.

According to CHP, a 17-year-old Los Angeles resident driving a Hyundai pulled into the intersection after stopping at a stop sign on the I-5 northbound off-ramp.

According to the CHP, the Honda, which was traveling west on Nees Avenue, struck the Hyundai prior to being struck by the big rig traveling in the opposite direction.

According to CHP, the Honda veered off the road and rolled down an embankment.

According to CHP, neither the teenager nor the big rig driver, a 30-year-old Fresno resident, reported any injuries.
The driver of the Honda was confirmed dead at the scene.

Fatal Truck Accident Statistics

The economy cannot function without commercial trucks. The American trucking industry transports goods worth billions of dollars every year. Other motorists’ safety is jeopardized because there are so many semi-trucks on the road.
Semi-truck collisions claim more lives than any other type of road traffic accident. Trying to avoid a large truck is difficult because of its enormous size.

According to the Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) of the U.S. Department of Transportation, the number of fatalities involving big rig trucks has increased by 30 percent since 2009. Big rig negligence resulted in the deaths of nearly 4,000 people in traffic accidents in 2017.

California has the highest number of fatalities and injuries for commercial truck crashes. In 2019, there were 3,316 fatal accidents, which resulted in 3,606 deaths. 44 people lost their lives in 320 truck-related collisions.
Move as far away as possible from the blind spot of a commercial truck to avoid a collision. Passenger side blind spots are much larger than those on the driver’s side, so this is the worst position to be in. When making a lane change, always pass on the driver’s side.

Fresno County Truck Accident Lawyers

A successful tractor-trailer accident case requires thorough investigation, expert testimony, and creative use of discovery procedures. The importance of thoroughly investigating the accident scene cannot be overstated. As soon as the trucking company is made aware of the accident, an investigator on your side should be able to respond quickly.
In the aftermath of a tragic truck accident, the loss of a loved one can be overwhelming and devastating. Arash Law, a big rig accident law firm, can assist you.

The legal rights of the deceased’s family must be protected. You should be reimbursed in full to compensate for your losses. Pain and suffering and medical bills that haven’t yet been incurred are examples of losses that aren’t immediately visible.

Our Fresno County big rig accident lawyers at Arash Law can help the victims of trucking accidents get the compensation they deserve. Moreover, we will vigorously advocate on behalf of injured customers and protect your legal right to compensation.

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