Bakersfield, CA (March 9, 2023) – Authorities have confirmed that one person has died as a result of an automobile accident that took place near Lost Hills on Tuesday evening, March 7.
Just after 7:30 p.m., authorities were called to the scene of an automobile accident that took place on the Interstate 5 Freeway.
Preliminary reports indicate that a Volkswagen Jetta and a semi-truck tractor-trailer collided on the interstate in the area near Twisselman Road. The incident prompted officials to close off the road as they provided assistance.
The driver of the Volkswagen became trapped inside their vehicle. Firefighters responded to the scene to remove the victim.
One person involved in the accident, who has not yet been publicly identified, was fatally injured. The Kern County Coroner’s Office responded to the scene to pronounce the victim deceased.
The circumstances surrounding the accident are being investigated.
Fatal Truck Accidents in California
Truck accidents in California take the lives of hundreds of people annually. Dealing with the aftermath of a truck accident can be incredibly difficult for surviving family members. Families often face significant financial burdens that make the grieving process more stressful and overwhelming.
After losing a loved one in a fatal truck accident, there are several parties who can be held liable for any resulting damages that your family has been forced to endure.
Due to the very nature of motor vehicle accidents, the truck driver is often held liable for the accident. Many truck accidents that take place in California are a result of driver error. This can include actions like drivers who are operating their vehicles while intoxicated, fatigue motorists, and drivers who recklessly operate their vehicles. When drivers fail to provide the duty of care to other motorists sharing the road and they cause serious accidents, they should be held liable.
There are many instances where trucking companies are also held liable for the resulting damages. This is especially true in cases where trucking companies recklessly hire workers who are unqualified to operate the vehicles. Trucking companies can also be held liable as a result of accidents that take place due to inadequate maintenance.
Cargo companies may assume liability in the aftermath of an accident as well. This is particularly true in cases where these companies failed to load trucks in a responsible manner. In order to identify who is liable for the accident, a thorough investigation will be needed.
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