Big-Rig Driver Dies in Crash on 605-210 Freeway Transition
A big-rig driver was killed Monday when his vehicle crashed into another semi-truck parked on the shoulder of a transition between the 605 and 210 freeways near Duarte, authorities said.
The man, whose identity has not been released, was driving onto the eastbound 210 Freeway from the northbound 605 when he crashed about 9 a.m., the California Highway Patrol reported.
The victim, whose identity was not been released, was pronounced dead at the scene, authorities said. The other driver was not hurt.
The transition road remained closed two hours after the crash. Officials said it was unclear when it would be reopened.
Cause of the Los Angeles County Crash
While this devastating Los Angeles County accident remains under investigation, the family members of those accident victims who were seriously injured would be well-advised to speak with an understanding and knowledgeable Los Angeles County wrongful death lawyer. An attorney such as Gary A. Kessler who has successfully handled serious injury and wrongful death accidents can advise the victim’s family of their legal rights to hold the driver accountable and best course of action should they wish to pursue a wrongful death claim
Fault and Wrongful Death Liability
Accidents involving big-rigs have unique and complex legal issues. If it is determined that the driver of the big-rig was at fault for this collision, the family of the victim would be well-advised to speak to a California truck accident attorney. An experienced and knowledgeable attorney will be able to review the cause of the accident, and if warranted, arrange for an independent investigator to reconstruct the collision to determine exactly what happened and who was responsible. A skilled lawyer can also provide an explanation to the victim’s family on their legal rights in a wrongful death claim against the driver or any other parties at fault. Damages awarded in a wrongful death claim may include funeral and burial expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other damages.
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