Merced County, CA – According to KSEE, in the early hours of Tuesday, March 5, 2024, a pair of big rig trucks collided on Highway 5, killing one.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reports that the crash occurred around 3 AM near Santa Nella. Investigations into the causes of the crash are still ongoing. It has not been stated whether driver intoxication is believed to have played a part.
Wrongful Death Claims
Establishing fault in a collision can depend on multiple factors. Helping to determine legal liability is one of the ways that a personal injury attorney can help grieving families recovering from the loss of a loved one in a traffic accident.
If it is determined that another driver holds responsibility for their loved one’s death, they may be eligible to file a wrongful death claim with the insurance provider of the at-fault driver. A wrongful death claim can provide compensation to help cover hospital fees, burial costs, and the loss of support for dependents of the deceased.
