[11-03-2020] Riverside County, CA – Two People Killed After a Fatal Semi-Truck Crash in Corona

Two people were killed due to a fatal semi-truck accident in Corona on Tuesday morning, November 3.

According to the local authorities’ initial reports, the fatal accident transpired around 10:25 a.m. on Cajalco Road, west of La Sierra Avenue in Corona near Lake Mathews.

A Toyota Scion XB occupied by the victims traveled eastbound on the roadway when a semi-truck that was initially westbound crossed over the lane and collided head-on with the Toyota.

The driver of the semi-truck reportedly lost control of his vehicle before colliding with the Toyota. The two occupants of the Toyota were later identified as Dale D’Elia and Ashley Slater. They were killed as a result of the collision.

The driver of the semi-truck remained at the scene and cooperated with local authorities. He was identified as 26-year-old Singh Harjeetpal. He was uninjured from the crash.

Fatal Semi-Truck Accident Investigation is Underway

While investigating the case, the CHP will try to find out the leading cause of the incident. Witnesses that can provide additional information about the accident are urged to contact CHP’s Riverside office at 951-637-8000.

Tractor-trailer crashes such as in this case, are caused by a variety of factors such as loss of control of the truck, a tire blowout, a disabling or non-disabling vehicle failure, speeding, lane drifting, improper truck maneuvering, and driver fatigue.

Unfortunately, according to a recent study, one out of three commercial truck drivers suffer from mild to severe sleep apnea, which affects their attentiveness and performance on the road. When facing cases like this, it’s essential to have a professional Riverside County wrongful death attorney to conduct a private investigation as soon as possible.

Tractor-trailer crashes can be difficult to deal with, as they are complex and involve a wide variety of factors. With the help of a skilled attorney, the process will be made easier for the victim’s family. Incidents like this can cause the victims to be vulnerable to manipulation. Trucking companies would often try to conduct their investigation to protect the negligent driver. To avoid this, skilled attorneys can protect the victim and the victim’s family from trucking companies by hiring expert witnesses, conduct drivers’ background checks, locate witnesses to the crash, and review applicable insurance coverage.

I WAS IN AN ACCIDENT

Riverside County Wrongful Death Attorney for Victims of Fatal Semi-Truck Crashes

Suddenly losing a loved one due to a fatal tractor-trailer accident can be quite devastating and stressful. Pending the official investigation results, the victim’s family is entitled to pursue a wrongful death claim with their attorney’s assistance.

Through the wrongful death claim, the victim’s family can seek compensation for the damages (such as loss of companionship and income, pain and suffering, and emotional distress) that the accident has caused them. A wrongful death attorney can serve as a helpful legal guide for the grieving family during this difficult time while ensuring that the guilty party will be held accountable for their alleged crime.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a big rig accident, you need the professional legal counsel of an experienced tractor-trailer accident lawyer. The dedicated legal team at Arash Law in California has the experience, knowledge, and commitment to guide your claim toward its most beneficial outcome skillfully. We’re standing by to help – 24 hours a day and seven days a week – so please give us a call at (888) 488-1391 today. Our offices are located in Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Sacramento, Riverside, Woodland Hills, Orange County. They are more than happy to travel to your home, office, or place of recovery.