Cerine Garcia Dies in Tragic Traffic Accident on Big Bear Boulevard [Big Bear Lake, CA]

Big Bear Lake, CA (January 19, 2024) On Tuesday evening, 18-year-old Cerine Garcia of Victorville died and 3 others were hurt in a 2-vehicle crash on Big Bear Boulevard.

According to the Big Bear Sheriff’s Office, the tragic traffic collision happened around 6:13 p.m. on Big Bear Boulevard, east of Stanfield Cutoff.

Reports say that a black Lexus and a beige Nissan were involved in the fatal collision. Officials say that the vehicles were traveling on the opposite direction when they collided.

Authorities say that the driver of the Lexus was airlifted to Loma Linda University Medical Center with life-threatening injuries, while Garcia, the passenger on the Lexus was pronounced dead at the scene.

Additionally, the Nissan’s driver and passenger suffered non-life-threatening injuries and were taken to Bear Valley Community Hospital, officials say that they were later released from the hospital.

Moreover, Garcia’s sister started a GoFundMe page to help with the funeral expenses.

Officials are investigating the fatal crash and have not released further information at this time.

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Sweet Lawyers extends our deepest condolences to the bereaved family of Cerine N. Garcia. Our hearts are with you through these trying times.

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What Can Cerine Garcia’s Family Do Following the 2-Vehicle Crash on Big Bear Boulevard?

Dealing with a loved one’s sudden and tragic death is indeed painful. It would certainly take a lot of time to recover from this loss.

However, the worst part to consider is when the death was a result of other people’s negligence.

That is why hiring a legal expert who can help you with a possible wrongful death claim is one of the best decisions one could make during this time.

Moreover, it is helpful to know that each state has its laws covering who can file a wrongful death suit on behalf of the deceased.

These people are those who are related to or depend financially on the person who died. The law usually allows the following people to file a wrongful death case:

• Surviving spouses;
• Domestic partners (registered domestic partnership);
• Children of the deceased;
• Financial dependents, parents, and minors under the care of the deceased;
• Personal representatives.
• These people can differ from state to state.

A Sweet Lawyers Attorney Can Help

Reach out to our wrongful death lawyers if a loved one died in an incident similar to the traffic accident on Big Bear Boulevard. Let us help you discover if you are eligible to file a case on behalf of your departed loved one.

With 40 years of practice, Sweet Lawyers is confident that we can tackle your wrongful death lawsuit and help you recover. Our legal experts are here to guide you during your legal battle.

Call our offices right now at (800) 674 7852 and let us help you get justice for your family. Our consultation is free and confidential.