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Elk Grove Fatal Accident

Elk Grove Fatal Accident

Elk Grove Fatal Accident. An Elk Grove fatal accident occurred September 24 on Highway 99 at about 6:00 in the evening, resulting in the death of a teenager and injuries to other occupants. Three of the injured parties were identified as young children. According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), the accident was a chain reaction crash involving five vehicles, including a Toyota Sienna and a 4Runner. I would like to take this opportunity to offer my condolences to the family and friends of the deceased in this time of sorrow.

Accident Details

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Woman Killed in Collision with a Big Rig Near Elk Grove

Woman Killed in Collision with a Big Rig Near Elk Grove

I’m Ed Smith, an Elk Grove wrongful death lawyer. A collision along California State Route 99 near Elk Grove on June 25 between a car and a big rig caused the death of one woman and minor injuries to others, according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP).  An investigation into the cause of the accident is being conducted by the South Sacramento CHP. Anyone who saw the collision is asked to phone either the area office or CHP communication center. I want to extend my sympathy to the family and friends who lost a loved one in this tragic accident.

Details of the Collision

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Identity of Those Killed in Garbage Truck Accident Revealed

Identity of Those Killed in Garbage Truck Accident Revealed

I’m Ed Smith, an Elk Grove wrongful death lawyer. A deadly collision occurred on June 12 involving a car and a garbage truck. In an update, the Sacramento County Coroner’s Office recently identified Dennis Pfister, age 82, and his wife, Patricia, age 75, as those who died. The accident happened when the truck, carrying dead animals, went down an embankment and struck the vehicle. Mrs. Pfister died at the accident scene, and her husband had to be extricated from the vehicle, after which he was taken to Kaiser South with major injuries and died that same day.

I want to offer my heartfelt sympathy and prayers to the couple’s family and friends for their loss in this tragic accident.

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Elk Grove Garbage Truck Accident Kills Toyota Driver

Elk Grove Garbage Truck Accident Kills Toyota Driver

I’m Ed Smith, an Elk Grove garbage truck accident lawyer. A fatal collision near Elk Grove between a motor vehicle and garbage truck occurred on Tuesday, June 12, resulting in the death of one woman and trapping a man inside the vehicle. Crews trained to handle hazardous materials were sent to the site because of diesel fuel spilling from the truck, according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP).

I would like to send my prayers and sympathy to the family and friends of the woman who was killed in the collision for their tragic loss.

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Guide to Filing a Wrongful Death Claim in Elk Grove

Guide to Filing a Wrongful Death Claim in Elk Grove

I’m Ed Smith, an Elk Grove wrongful death lawyer. Wrongful death claims in California arise when an individual dies because of another person’s or entities negligent actions. It can also occur when someone is killed in an intentional act. Learning who can file and what causes a wrongful death is important because the statute of limitations for filing in California is two years. After this date, the case for compensation will probably not be heard by the courts.

Who Is Eligible to File for a Wrongful Death Claim?

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Traffic Fatalities Increase in California

Traffic Fatalities Increase in California

I’m Ed Smith, an Elk Grove wrongful death lawyer. The high number of traffic fatalities in California in 2016 meant that the state placed second across the nation in the number of deaths. This information, released by the National Safety Council, showed that the number of fatalities from motor vehicle accidents was at its highest since 2007.

What Is Wrongful Death?

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Train Accident Wrongful Death

I’m Ed Smith, an Elk Grove wrongful death lawyer. When train accidents happen, they frequently result in massive numbers of injuries and wrongful deaths. When negligence is involved, common carrier laws can be used to file against the train company‘s heightened duty of care. 

U.S. Rail Accidents

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Dixon Big Rig Crash Fatally Injures Elk Grove Man

I’m Ed Smith, an Elk Grove wrongful death lawyer.  An accident on California State Route 113 claimed the life of a man from Elk Grove in a crash with a semitrailer near Dixon. The identity of the victim is being withheld until the family has been notified. This was the third fatality caused by a traffic accident in this city in just a few days.

My prayers and sympathy are with the victim’s family in their time of sorrow.

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Elk Grove Woman Suffers Fatal Balcony Fall

I’m Ed Smith, a Balcony Collapse Lawyer. Balconies are a beautiful addition to any home, apartment, or condo; however, the elevation of the platform over the ground can create some serious safety hazards. Recently, a woman from Elk Grove died tragically after falling from a balcony.

What Happened?

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