[09-27-2021] Los Angeles County, CA – Big Rig Crash in Van Nuys Results in One Death

An unidentified woman was killed after a fatal traffic collision involving a big rig in Van Nuys on early Monday morning, September 27.

The deadly big rig collision took place at the intersection of Victory Boulevard and Odessa Avenue at around 2:13 a.m.

A female driver rear-ended a parked big rig under unclear circumstances. How the accident occurred, and the reason it happened has not been established.

The unidentified female driver was fatally injured in the crash. She was unfortunately pronounced dead at the scene.

Information about the crash is limited at the moment. Local authorities are further investigating the accident.

Fatal Big Rig Crash Statistics

When compared to other forms of traffic accidents, big rigs are far more deadly. It’s mainly because big rig trucks are so much larger than regular automobiles. A fully loaded big rig needs as much as 20 to 40 percent more stopping distance.

California’s economy cannot function without heavy trucks. Big rigs are the primary means of freight transportation in California, according to the state’s Department of Transportation. More than 78% of Californians rely only on large trucks to transport their goods. Accidents involving huge rigs have sadly increased in recent years.

According to the Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) of the United States Department of Transportation, the number of fatalities involving large rig vehicles has grown by 30% since 2009. In 2017, there were 4,102 fatal traffic accidents involving a big rig. Semi-truck accidents are caused by various reasons, including loss of control, tire blowouts, disabling or non-disabling vehicle malfunction, excessive speed, lane drifting, and inappropriate truck maneuver driver tiredness.

Wrongful Death Attorney for Victims of Fatal Big Rig Crashes in Los Angeles County

When dealing with cases like this, it’s critical to have an expert Los Angeles County wrongful death attorney who specializes in deadly big rig accidents conduct an independent investigation and help them file a wrongful death claim. The victim’s family can seek compensation for the damages (such as loss of income and companionship, burial costs, pain and suffering, and emotional anguish) caused by the fatal accident through a wrongful death claim.

Arash Law is a California semi-truck accident law firm assisting people like you who have lost their loved ones in truck accidents for many years. It is our mission to help victims of trucking accidents get the compensation they deserve. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact one of our offices in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Francisco, Riverside, Orange County, or San Diego. Our hotline number (888) 488-1391 can be used to reach a wrongful death lawyer who will provide you with a FREE Consultation.