One Suffers Fatal Trauma During Alleged DUI Accident in Eureka
On Thursday, December 17, 2020, one individual tragically passed away after suffering injuries during an auto accident in Eureka. The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Department has not yet reported the name of the decedent and are waiting to identify her after her family is notified. One person in addition to the decedent sustained injuries during the accident, and updates on his health condition haven’t been reported. California Highway Patrol (CHP) has placed the driver involved in this crash under arrest on charges related to driving under the influence.
Crash Details
CHP reports that this crash happened shortly after midnight at the intersection of Myrtle Avenue and Russell Lane. Police haven’t provided details about what took place prior to the accident but indicated that a car had crashed into two parked vehicles, causing major damage. There were no individuals occupying the parked vehicles and only a driver and front-seat passenger in the crashed car.
Response
After a caller alerted the police to the incident, officers were sent to the scene. At the site, medical officials determined that the vehicle occupants were seriously hurt and had both transported by ambulance to the St. Joseph Hospital. Tragically, the passenger succumbed to her injuries a few hours after arriving at the hospital.
Police have indicated that they suspect the driver was under the influence at the time of the accident and have placed the individual under arrest on charges of gross vehicular manslaughter and DUI. A full investigation into causal factors of the accident is reportedly ongoing.
Recovering After Fatal Accidents
A fatal crash can be a devastating event for families. The pain associated with losing somebody in a sudden, unexpected car crash can be immense, and individuals mourning after fatal accidents often feel overwhelmed by a sense of grief. During traumatic times like this, many people are able to find some comfort by seeking support from the people they love, including members of communities, families, and friend groups.
However, grief isn’t the only issue families face as a result of fatal accidents. When a household suddenly loses one of its members, they may also lose their main source of income. In other cases, families no longer have access to important services that their loved ones used to perform. Necessary services like childcare, home repairs, or cleaning can be very expensive to replace. On top of hospital bills and funeral expenses, these issues can leave families unsure of how they’ll be able to move forward with their lives.
Getting Help
Fortunately, it’s possible to reach out for help from a Eureka wrongful death lawyer. Families who work with attorneys and file wrongful death claims can frequently obtain full compensation for all of the losses described above, allowing them to have the financial security that they deserve during a very difficult time.
Other Blogs by Ed Smith, Eureka Wrongful Death Lawyer
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Eureka Wrongful Death Lawyer
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