Joshua Cervantes Dies in Avenida La Pata Hit-and-Run Crash [San Clemente, CA]

Officers Search for Suspect in San Clemente Fatal Crash

San Clemente, CA (June 8, 2022) – On Tuesday, at about 1:25 a.m., Joshua Cervantes, 40, of Capistrano Beach, lost his life in an Avenida La Pata hit-and-run crash.

The authorities immediately responded to the incident and located Cervantes with head and neck trauma. Unfortunately, he died at the scene.

Reports say the victim was riding an electric bicycle northbound near Avenida Pico when he was struck by a vehicle that fled the scene.

Investigating officers found pieces of the vehicle at the scene and later located the unoccupied vehicle a short distance away.

Meanwhile, the authorities are still searching for the suspect driver.

Sweet Lawyers would like to extend our sympathies to the loved ones of Joshua Cervantes. Our hearts are with you through these trying times.

We Can Help You Recover

Furthermore, dealing with a loved one’s sudden death is indeed painful. It is certain that it would 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 own 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 that 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, minors under the care of the deceased;
Personal representatives.
These people can differ from state to state.

So, reach out to our wrongful death lawyers if a loved one died in an incident similar to the San Clemente fatal crash. 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.

To the bereaved of Joshua Cervantes, call our offices right now at (800) 674 7852 and let us help you get justice for your family. Our consultation is totally free and confidential.