[09-01-2021] San Luis Obispo County, CA – One Person Killed After a Fatal Semi-Truck Crash in Nipomo

One person was killed after a deadly semi-truck accident in Nipomo on Wednesday afternoon, September 1st.

The accident occurred at approximately 4:12 p.m. on Highway 101 northbound at the Willow Road offramp in Nipomo.

A semi-truck crashed into a guardrail which caused the excavator to detach from the trailer. The excavator then rolled off the highway and landed on top of two vehicles that were on the offramp below.

A black sedan was also reportedly involved in the accident. It sustained major damages from the mishap.

Unfortunately, one driver was killed in the collision. No other injuries were reported. The identities of the involved parties have not been disclosed.

Local authorities are currently investigating the possible causes of the accident.

Fatal Semi-Truck Accident Statistics

Semi-trucks are vital in the economy. Every year, the trucking business in America transports billions of dollars in commodities. Unfortunately, millions of large trucks on the road harm other drivers.

Every 15 minutes, at least one person dies due to fatal semi-truck accidents. Truck accidents account for twice the number of roadway fatalities. Every year, approximately half a million semi-truck accidents occur, resulting in approximately 5,000 deaths.

In 2019, 5,005 heavy trucks were killed in crashes, a 2% rise from 2018 and a 43% increase since 2010. Every year, around 200-300 people die in semi-truck accidents in California. Nearly 3,000 truck accidents in the state result in injuries.

Semi-truck accidents are caused by various factors, such as loss of control of the truck, a tire blowout, a disabling or non-disabling vehicle failure, excessive speed, lane drifting, and improper truck maneuvering driver fatigue.

San Luis Obispo Wrongful Death Attorney for Victims of Fatal Semi-Truck Accidents

The untimely death of a loved one in a semi-truck accident can be traumatic and distressing. Meanwhile, the victim’s family is encouraged to seek legal counsel and submit a wrongful death lawsuit.

A wrongful death lawsuit allows the victim’s family to seek compensation for the damages (such as loss of companionship, burial expenses, pain and suffering, and emotional anguish) caused by the tragedy.

Arash Law is a semi-truck accident law firm in California. Our dedicated semi-truck accident lawyers have been actively helping victims of truck accidents like you for several decades. Our dedicated semi-truck accident firm is committed to ensuring you obtain the compensation you deserve!

Feel free to visit our offices in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Francisco, Riverside, Orange County, and San Diego for any questions or concerns. You can also call us at (888) 488-1391 to schedule a free consultation with a wrongful death attorney.