[09-03-2020] San Bernardino, CA – Big Rig Accident in Adelanto Kills One

A fatal big rig crash in Adelanto resulted in one person’s death on Thursday afternoon, September 3.

According to the initial reports from local authorities, the collision occurred at around 1:08 p.m. in the 4200 block of El Mirage Road. A white BMW SUV and a semi-truck were involved in the collision.

How the crash occurred, and the reason why it happened is currently unclear. Paramedics and firefighters later arrived at the scene. They found the driver of the SUV in his vehicle unconscious. The driver of the SUV was pronounced dead at the scene. The operator of the big rig was uninjured.

Fatal Big Rig Accident Investigation is Underway

Local authorities are now attempting to determine the cause and the circumstances that led to the accident through the official investigation. Tractor-trailer accidents are more deadly compared to other types of road accidents. It’s mainly because of the considerable size difference of big rig trucks compared to other vehicles. A fully loaded big rig needs as much as 20 to 40 percent more stopping distance.

According to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), big rig trucks have increased by 30 percent since 2009. There were 4,102 traffic fatalities involving a big rig in 2017 alone. Tractor-trailer accidents are caused by various factors like loss of control of the truck, a tire blowout, a disabling or non-disabling vehicle failure, excessive speed, lane drifting, improper truck maneuvering, and driver fatigue.

It can be quite challenging to face cases like this alone, so it is essential to hire an experienced San Bernardino truck accident attorney specializing in fatal significant rig accidents to conduct an independent investigation. During the independent investigation, all possible contributing factors such as road conditions, signage visibility, and road lighting will be considered and thoroughly examined by the wrongful death attorney.

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San Diego Wrongful Death Attorney for Victims of Fatal Big Rig Accidents

Suddenly losing a loved one due to a fatal big rig accident can be quite shocking for the victim’s family. They may be left vulnerable to manipulation by the other party and insurance companies. Pending the official investigation results, the victim’s family is entitled to pursue a wrongful death claim with their attorney’s assistance.

Although they won’t bring their loved ones back, they can give them justice with the wrongful death claim. 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.