Bakersfield, CA (July 1, 2023) – At least one person lost their life due to a truck crash that took place in Kern County on Thursday afternoon, June 29.
The Kern County Sheriff’s Office was notified of the collision at around 2:00 p.m.
According to official reports, a head-on collision involving a tractor-trailer and a second vehicle occurred on Highland Road, just west of the intersection with South Curry Street. The incident prompted officials to shut down the road.
Emergency medical services were called to the scene of the accident to care for the victims who suffered injuries in the accident. One of the involved parties, identified as a 62-year-old man from Tehachapi, was fatally injured. The victim was pronounced deceased at the scene. No other injuries were reported as a result of this accident.
At this time, the incident is being investigated.
We offer our warmest sympathies to the family of the man who lost his life as a result of this fatal truck accident.
Truck crashes in the United States claimed the lives of more than 475 people every month. Unfortunately, the majority of these accidents involve some form of negligence. When negligence is the cause of a truck accident, families are able to take legal action. To be able to succeed when filing a wrongful death claim, families must be able to prove liability.
When it comes to determining liability in a truck accident, there are several key factors that must be considered. The first step is to determine the cause of the accident itself and whether any negligence was involved. This could include issues such as driver fatigue, distracted driving, poor vehicle maintenance, or faulty equipment.
Once the cause has been established, you will then need to identify which party was responsible for that act of negligence. For example, if the accident was caused by a tire blowout due to inadequate maintenance, then both the trucking company and manufacturer may bear some responsibility. Working with a head-on truck collisions lawyer can provide you with the best chance of determining who is liable for the accident.
Your attorney will be able to conduct a thorough investigation into the crash. They will identify all of the factors that led to the accident taking place, and all of the liable parties and help you take aggressive legal action against them.
Our fearless and knowledgeable national truck accident lawyers at Burg Simpson are dedicated to helping families who have lost loved ones get the maximum compensation possible for the damages they face moving forward. Our team will fight hard to help you get justice through a wrongful death lawsuit. Our team is experienced, knowledgeable, and reputable, and s will do everything in our power to ensure you are able to hold the negligent party accountable for the death of your loved one. Contact our national truck accident lawyers today at 888-895-2080 to schedule a free consultation.
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