DUI Crash Claims Life in Rancho Cordova

Women Dies in DUI Crash on Douglas Boulevard

A DUI crash in Rancho Cordova resulted in a fatal hit-and-run collision on November 8. The tragic accident occurred at the intersection of Douglas Boulevard and Borderlands Drive, involving at least two vehicles, according to the Rancho Cordova Police Department. A woman driving one of the vehicles died at the scene, as confirmed by the Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District. 

DUI Crash Driver Charged in Incident

Emergency responders transported three patients, one adult and two children, to the hospital with minor injuries, and they are expected to survive. Deputies arrested a 33-year-old man and booked him into the Sacramento County Main Jail on charges of felony DUI for alcohol and manslaughter involving alcohol or drugs, according to the Sheriff’s Office.

Investigation Into Accident Being Conducted

The Sheriff’s Office stated that the DUI crash may have involved a fleeing driver, although the hit-and-run charges were not listed in the police record. The suspect remains ineligible for bail and will appear in court shortly. Metro Fire confirmed that all four injured individuals were traveling in the same vehicle. Crime scene and traffic investigators actively examined the scene while the Rancho Cordova Police Department, staffed by deputies from the Sheriff’s Office, continued to investigate the incident.

Recovering Compensation in a Wrongful Death 

The spouse and children of a loved one who died in a car collision in a DUI crash caused by someone else can file a wrongful death claim. If the deceased has no immediate family, the siblings and parents can file instead. Recoverable damages include:

• Surviving children can claim compensation for the loss of parental guidance, love, and nurturing.
• Families can recover from the loss of services the deceased provided in the household, such as cooking, cleaning, lawn and auto care, and child care.
• Funeral and burial expenses can be reimbursed through the claim.
• The spouse or domestic partner may recover for the loss of consortium, companionship, care, and moral support.
• The deceased’s lost future earnings, up until they have reached retirement, can also be claimed. 

By filing a claim, families ensure they receive the necessary financial support and seek accountability for their loved one’s untimely death.

Watch the following video as attorney Ed Smith explains the process of filing a wrongful death lawsuit:

Wrongful Death Lawyer in Rancho Cordova

I’m Ed Smith, a wrongful death lawyer serving Rancho Cordova. If you suffered an injury in an accident caused by a negligent driver, you might be eligible to recover compensation. Contact us for free and friendly advice by calling (916) 921-6400 or (800) 404-5400. You can also contact us online if that is more convenient. We offer virtual and in-person consultations and would gladly review your case for free. During your consultation, you can discuss your situation and ask questions about your recovery options.

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Photo attribution: Image by Katie Phillips from Pixabay

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