Man Killed, Girl Injured in Big Rig VS Car Crash on Highway 99 [Fresno, CA]

57-Year-Old Selma Man Dies after Crash on Highway 99 in Fresno

Fresno, CA (July 7, 2022) – Thursday morning, a 57-year-old man died, and his 10-year-old passenger sustained injuries in a crash on Highway 99.

The fatal crash in Fresno happened at around  7:30 a.m. on July 7.

CHP said a big rig was going northbound on the 99 in the center lane. The driver then moved into the left lane– and into a Toyota Prius that was already in that lane.

The trailer and the Prius caught fire. 

Moreover, the Prius had two occupants. Strangers immediately helped the girl that was asking for help and extricated her from the vehicle. 

However, the driver died at the scene. The Freightliner driver remained at the scene and sustained no injuries.

Investigators said alcohol and/or drugs are not suspected to be a factor.

Further investigation is ongoing.

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Sweet Lawyers extend our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased victim. May they find comfort in this trying time.

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WHAT ARE THE DAMAGES THAT ARE POTENTIALLY RECOVERABLE IN A WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM?

• Pain and suffering of the deceased before death.
• Medical expenses incurred before death.
• Funeral and burial expenses.
• Loss of consortium.

Mark Sweet, a seasoned attorney at Sweet Lawyers says, “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.”

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