Sacramento Fatality Accident Reported Near Airport

Sacramento Fatality Accident Occurs Near Airport Boulevard Off-Ramp

Sacramento fatality accident occurred involving two vehicles near Sacramento International Airport early December 31, which claimed the life of a man, 87. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reported that the crash occurred around 1:00 a.m. It happened near the Airport Boulevard off-ramp of Interstate 5.

Pickup Driver Involved in Sacramento Fatality Accident 

Officials reported that a Ford F-150 truck, driven by a Yuba City man, age 32, collided with a GMC Yukon SUV driven by the elderly Sacramento resident. After the collision, the pickup truck veered off course and crashed through a chain link fence. 

Older Driver Dies at Scene of Sacramento Fatality Accident

Emergency responders from the Sacramento Fire Department pronounced the SUV driver dead at the scene. His identity has not been disclosed, as authorities are awaiting notification of his family by the coroner’s office. The driver of the Ford truck sustained minor injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment.  CHP traffic accident detectives are investigating the cause of the crash.

What to Know About Filing a Wrongful Death Claim

When a loved one tragically loses their life due to negligence in a Sacramento fatality accident, the family has the right to seek compensation through a wrongful death claim. This right is generally granted to the deceased person’s immediate family, such as their spouse and children, particularly in the Sacramento area. Stepchildren who depended on the deceased for at least 50 percent of their financial support and the executor of the deceased’s estate may also pursue a claim. If immediate family members are not present, parents and siblings of the deceased can file, but only one wrongful death claim is allowed.

Categories of Compensation in a Wrongful Death Claim

Families affected by a wrongful death may seek compensation in the following areas:

• Funeral and Burial Costs: Covers reasonable expenses for the burial or cremation of the deceased. 
• Support for Children: Addresses the loss of moral support, guidance, and care that the parents would have provided to their children. 
• Loss of Companionship: Provides for the emotional loss of love, affection, and support that close family members experience. 
• Lost Income: Includes lost wages, benefits such as pensions or health insurance, and future earnings the deceased would have contributed over their lifetime. 
• Household Chores: Compensation for the absence of assistance with household tasks, including gardening, vehicle maintenance, tax preparation, and other essential services. 
• Inheritance Losses: Accounts for potential benefits or assets family members would have inherited from the decedent’s estate. 

Watch this video as accident attorney Ed Smith discusses wrongful death lawsuits:

Sacramento Wrongful Death Lawyer 

I’m Ed Smith, a wrongful death lawyer in Sacramento. If you’ve lost a loved one in a tragic accident caused by someone else’s negligence, our dedicated team is here to help you pursue the compensation you deserve. Call us today at (916) 921-6400 for free and friendly legal advice. Our experienced attorneys are ready to answer your questions, review your case, and guide you through obtaining the justice and financial recovery your family needs. You can also reach us through our online form or by calling toll-free at (800) 404-5400. 

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Photo attribution: Image by Andreas Lischka from Pixabay

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