A Person Struck and Killed in Automobile Crash on Interstate 5 in Encinitas
Encinitas, CA (July 10, 2020) – On Thursday, at about 10 p.m., a person was struck and killed in an automobile crash on Interstate 5.
Witnesses said that a driver of a small black car was driving recklessly before crashing on I-5 south of La Costa Avenue.
Following the crash, the man got out of his car and started running through southbound lanes.
Just then, a vehicle traveling southbound struck the man.
Meanwhile, no information about the vehicle that struck the man, or its driver, were immediately available.
Police closed the two right lanes of southbound I-5 south of La Costa Avenue while they investigate.
Lanes were reopened shortly after midnight.
We are at Sweet Lawyers express our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the bereaved. Our thoughts are with you in this painful time.
Dealing With Fatal Crash
Unfortunately, in today’s climate unexpected death is everpresent. As the loved ones of the deceased victims grieve, it is also important to recognize that if your family loses a member in an accident, you may recover damages through a wrongful death suit.
A wrongful death lawsuit gives the loved ones of a departed family member some semblance of justice.
“The aftermath of tragic accidents can make everything difficult for a family. The last thing most families want to deal with is piles of paperwork, questions from insurance companies or defense attorneys, and attempting to obtain police reports. Grieving and handling legal claims don’t exactly go hand in hand, and this is why hiring an experienced attorney can not only provide you with peace of mind that you have a fighter in your corner but also having someone to make sure that your rights are respected and that justice will be served. Having legal representation after such a traumatic event will provide your family the space to heal while ensuring that justice is brought to your loved one,” says Mark Sweet, a seasoned attorney at Sweet Lawyers.
Reach out to us. Sweet Lawyers‘ website is available 24/7. Call us at (800) 674 7852. Also, you may reach us through a text message, or an e-mail. Finally, the best thing is that we don’t bill until your case is settled.