1 Dead and 5 Injured in Montclair Auto Accident on Monte Vista Avenue
MONTCLAIR, CA (July 8, 2020) – Sunday afternoon, a teenage passenger died and five others were injured in a crash on Monte Vista Avenue.
According to Montclair police, a teenage suspect drove his SUV over the center median of Monte Vista Avenue. Afterward, he started heading south in the northbound lane at around 5:40 p.m.
As a result, the SUV crashed with a sedan with a 51-year-old female occupant.
She suffered “relatively minor” injuries and responders took her to a local hospital.
Meanwhile, authorities declared a 14-year-old passenger of the SUV deceased at the scene.
Furthermore, four passengers suffered moderate injuries. Responders took all of them to local hospitals.
At this time, the authorities are still looking for the suspect driver. Thus, the police encourage anyone with information about the crash to contact Montclair police at 909-621-4771.
We understand that losing a loved one is never easy. Our law firm would like to express our heartfelt sympathies to those mourning the heartbreaking loss of the victim who passed in the crash on Monte Vista Avenue
What To Do After Crash on Monte Vista Avenue
It is clear now more than ever that one person’s negligence can have devastating effects on other individuals. This is quite common in accidents that result in death. Therefore, the family of the victim must become aware that they have the authority to file a wrongful death suit.
Indeed, a wrongful death suit forces liable parties to become accountable for their actions.
“The last thing most families want to deal with is piles of paperwork. Even questions from insurance companies and obtaining police reports can be stressful,” says Mark Sweet, an attorney at Sweet Lawyers.
Turning to an experienced attorney can provide you with peace of mind. By hiring representation, you will also have someone make sure that your rights are respected and that justice will be served.
Losing a loved one can be distressing for your family and those involved, to say the least. You may have a chance to obtain justice and the means needed to cover unexpected monetary, physical, and emotional damages. With 40 years of practice, Sweet Lawyers is confident that we can tackle your wrongful death lawsuit and help you recover. Our lawyers are here to guide you during your legal battle. We will help you acquire the justice and compensation needed to cover any financial hardships. Sweet Lawyers are no stranger to wrongful death cases. For a free case evaluation, call (800) 674 7852.