Fatal Big Rig vs Sedan Collision on Highway 299 [Humboldt County, CA]

Humboldt County, CA (August 19, 2022) – On August 18, the authorities responded to a fatal big rig vs sedan collision on Highway 299.

Officers received the crash report at about 6:33 p.m. near Buckhorn Summit Road in Bridgeville.

Apparently, the small sedan was traveling at a fast speed when it collided with a big rig carrying water.

Responding officers say the big rig was fully engulfed in flames after the crash. Luckily, its driver was outside of the vehicle.

Moreover, two patients were reported. One of them sustained critical injuries while the other needed to be extricated.

Medical helicopters immediately responded to the scene.

In the meantime, officers are investigating the cause of the collision near Buckhorn Summit Road.

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Sweet Lawyers extends our sympathies to the loved ones of the deceased in the collision on Highway 299. Our hearts are with you through these trying times.

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Losing a Loved One in a Collision

We at Sweet Lawyers understand that losing a loved one due to another person’s negligence is devastating.

More so, if it is to deal with the legalities of a wrongful death case. It is best to hire a wrongful death attorney to help get the justice your loved one deserves.

Additionally, the wrongful death attorney will help you get compensation for the economic and non-economic damages incurred as a result of the death.

However, you need to take note that with a wrongful death case, there is a time limit on which the bereaved can take legal action. These restrictions are called the statute of limitations. Because of these limitations, the bereaved may only file a wrongful death lawsuit within a certain amount of time. When these expire, the legal claim is no longer valid. Thus, the loved ones can no longer file a case.

That being said, it is essential to know and understand these time limitations, as they vary from state to state and case to case.

So, to the bereaved of the deceased in the collision on Highway 299, talk to us here at Sweet Lawyers. Our legal experts will guide you on how to go about a possible wrongful death claim.

In fact, when you hire us, our attorneys will exhaust their best to ensure you get the maximum settlement. They will speak to witnesses and analyze evidence.

Call (800) 674 7852 to speak with our online legal professionals.