Parker, AZ – Truck Crash on California Ave near Riverside Dr Takes One Life

Parker, AZ (September 5, 2023) – A fatal crash involving a drunk driver claimed one person’s life. On September 3, the Parker Police Department and firefighters were called to the scene of a crash that took place on California Avenue.

Reports from the police show that a semi-truck crashed into multiple vehicles at the intersection of California Avenue and Riverside Drive during the afternoon hours. The three vehicles were stopped for a red light at the time of the accident.

The impact of the collision sent multiple vehicles flying into a parking lot nearby.

The semi-truck and one of the involved vehicles burst into flames. Another vehicle crashed into a boulder and flipped over, causing it to come to rest on its roof.

One person was fatally injured in the crash. Several other victims suffered serious injuries and had to be rushed to area hospitals.

Authorities determined that the driver of the semi-truck was impaired at the time of the accident.

At this time, the crash is being investigated.

We hope the injured victims make a full recovery.

Our sympathies go out to the family of the victim who died in this crash.

Fatal Truck Accidents in Arizona

Thousands of fatal truck accidents are reported in the United States each year. Regrettably, most of these accidents are completely preventable. One of the most common causes of these fatal accidents is impairment. Being under the influence of alcohol can make it nearly impossible to maintain control of the vehicle. There are several ways alcohol impairs your ability to drive. These include:

• Reaction time: Alcohol impairment can cause delayed reaction times, making it difficult for the driver to respond quickly to unexpected events, such as sudden stops or swerving vehicles.
• Impaired Judgement: Alcohol can lead to drivers taking unnecessary risks or failing to react appropriately to changing road conditions.
• Reduced motor skills: Alcohol can impact a driver's ability to steer accurately, maintain proper lane position, and execute maneuvers like braking and accelerating smoothly.

If your loved one died as a result of a fatal truck accident, your family should reach out to a drunk driver truck accident lawyer right away. Your family may be able to seek compensation for various damages that you face. These include:

• Medical expenses
• Lost income and future earning potential
• Pain and suffering
• Funeral and burial costs
• Loss of companionship or consortium

Here at Burg Simpson, we are dedicated to justice and guiding individuals affected by fatal truck accidents on their journey towards closure. Our experienced national truck accident lawyers have successfully recovered over $2 billion in damages for our clients and will strive to make sure that you receive the fair compensation that you deserve. With compassionate legal support from start to finish, do not hesitate to give us a call today at (888) 895-2080 and start working on your case together with our team.