Sacramento Pedestrian Struck and Killed on Interstate

Interstate 5 Fatal Accident Involves Sacramento Pedestrian

A Sacramento pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle on December 27 while walking on Interstate 5. The fatal accident happened around 4:25 a.m. near the Natomas Crossing area, according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP). The incident occurred in the northbound lanes of I-5, just north of Interstate 80, where the woman was walking ahead of a Chevrolet Malibu in the same lane.

Sacramento Pedestrian Identified by County Coroner’s Office

Authorities reported that the driver of the vehicle hit the pedestrian and then exited the freeway to call 911. The CHP stated they were notified of the collision at approximately 4:15 a.m. Tragically, the woman succumbed to her injuries at the scene. Late that evening, the Sacramento County Coroner’s Office identified the deceased as a 52-year-old woman. Officials also confirmed the woman was unhoused at the time of the incident. The CHP traffic accident unit investigated the accident.

Recoverable Damages in a California Wrongful Death Lawsuit

Several types of damages may be recovered in a California wrongful death lawsuit, including:

• Loss of guidance, advice, love, protection, and moral support may be claimed by the surviving family after the death of a loved one. 
• A surviving spouse can claim the loss of consortium as part of the damages. 
• Burial and funeral expenses incurred due to the death can be recovered. 
• Wages, pensions, and insurance benefits the deceased would have earned up to retirement age may also be compensated. 
• The value of household services previously provided by the deceased can be recouped. 

It’s important to note that wrongful death claims must be filed within two years. Family members such as spouses and children are eligible to file by law. If the deceased person does not have a spouse or children, their parents or siblings may be entitled to file a claim. 

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For more information about wrongful death claims, attorney Ed Smith provides the following insights:

Sacramento Attorney for Wrongful Death

I’m Ed Smith, a Sacramento attorney for wrongful death. When your loved one died because of another’s negligence, your family can file a wrongful death claim. Our compassionate and experienced accident attorneys are here to provide you with free, friendly advice. Contact us at (916) 921-6400, toll-free at (800) 404-5400, or online. We can provide you with a free case review, answer any questions you might have, and tell you whether and how you can recover the compensation you deserve.

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