Woman Died In Lemoore Truck Accident While Making Three-Point Turn On Avenal Cutoff Road
KINGS COUNTY, CALIFORNIA (April 14, 2022) – A woman has tragically died in a semi-truck accident while making a turn on Avenal Cutoff Road.
Kings County police officials are saying that the accident took place on Tuesday night. A semi-truck was stopped in the roadway while a woman in a Lexus was making a three-point turn.
Another semi-truck struck the Lexus leaving the driver seriously injured. Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help all of the victims.
The victim was airlifted to the Community Regional Medical Center in Fresno. Despite life-saving measures, she died at the hospital.
A full investigation into the crash on Avenal Cutoff Road remains ongoing at this time.
Liability In Kings County Truck Accidents
Thousands of people are killed or seriously injured in truck accidents every year. According to the FMCSA, “Fatigue, drinking alcohol, and speeding are major factors in motor vehicle crashes overall. Although their presence does not always result in a crash, these three factors, as well as other driver, vehicle, and environmental factors, can increase the risk that a crash will occur.” Truck drivers are often asked to fulfill unrealistic delivery expectations which can also contribute to accidents. There are many steps that truck drivers should take in order to prevent accidents.
- Truck drivers should be well rested before the start of their shift.
- Truck drivers should plan their routes ahead of time.
- Truck drivers should check their blind spots before making turns.
Truck drivers must exercise due care in order to avoid hitting other drivers. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code 22350, no person shall drive a vehicle faster than what would be safe given the prevailing conditions of the roadway. Drivers must also reduce the speed of their vehicle in order to avoid a collision. When a truck driver fails to reduce their speed to avoid a collision, they could be held at fault through a civil claim. Their employer could potentially also be held at fault. Victims of semi-truck accidents tend to suffer very serious and costly injuries including:
- Broken bones
- Head injuries
- Lacerations
- Spinal cord injuries
- Organ damage
Determining liability in a truck accident can be very difficult. It’s important that evidence is properly gathered and analyzed. The family of any victim that died in a car accident may have legal recourse through a wrongful death claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and funeral expenses. Sadly, though, truck companies will often fight hard to deny liability for any collision. A wrongful death attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A Kings County Truck Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our deepest condolences to the family of the woman that died in this collision . Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to police. There needs to be a thorough investigation for the sake of all who have lost so much. It is our sincere hope that measures are taken to prevent additional collisions on this road.
Do you need more information about a Kings County truck accident on Avenal Cutoff Road? Our team of personal injury attorneys are here to answer any questions that you may have. We care deeply that accident victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. Whether you just have legal questions or need more information about an accident we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
