Woman Killed in Truck Accident in Oakdale Area
A woman was killed after a truck accident on Highway 108 in the Oakdale area on the evening of Sunday, October 25, 2020. The big rig crash happened at approximately 6:15 p.m. and involved a 2014 Freightliner truck and a 2015 Chevrolet Impala. The Freightliner tractor-trailer was headed westbound on SR-108 while the Chevrolet was traveling eastbound. For unknown reasons, the Chevrolet drifted off the highway, lost control, and slid sideways across the roadway. The Chevrolet entered the direct path of the Freightliner, causing the truck to strike its passenger side and pin the driver in. The trucker and his passenger, a 63-year-old woman of Demorest, Georgia, both complained of pain. Fire crews were called to the scene to extricate the driver out of the Chevrolet. Sadly, she suffered fatal injuries at the scene. The Stanislaus County Coroner’s Office has identified her as 26-year-old Mikayla Agee-Mathewson of Modesto.
Loss of a Loved One in a Fatal Truck Accident
A commercial truck is overwhelming in size and can weigh as much as 30 times more than a passenger vehicle. When a smaller passenger vehicle and big rig collide, the passenger car may sustain extreme damage as a result. Trauma to the occupants of the smaller vehicle can be catastrophic or even fatal. A deadly 18-wheeler crash may be grounds for a wrongful death claim, and truck firms often act quickly by hiring defense attorneys right away. You and your family should do the same and reach out to an experienced wrongful death attorney in Oakdale for legal representation.
Truckers, trucking firms, and insurance companies do not have your best interests at heart and are only focused on protecting their bottom line. Our legal team cares about the needs and concerns your family may be experiencing during this difficult time and will work diligently to obtain the justice you all deserve in your time of loss and grief.
What Can Be Recovered in a Wrongful Death Case?
A wrongful death case may arise out of many types of fatal accidents. At our law firm, we have helped many families across California who have lost loved ones in trucking collisions. We take the time to conduct an independent investigation of each wrongful death claim to determine the best course of action. Depending on the circumstances of the fatal incident, a family may be entitled to financial compensation for many types of wrongful death losses. Following is a list of economic and non-economic damages an Oakdale wrongful death attorney can seek in a fatal big rig crash case:
- Medical expenses related to the treatment of injuries suffered in the trucking collision
- Funeral and burial costs
- Loss of a loved one’s companionship, care, and protection
- Lost inheritance, future earnings, and benefits like pension and health insurance for the household
Aside from economic and non-economic losses, punitive damages may be sought from the truck driver or trucking company responsible for the fatal crash to punish them for egregious conduct. If you would like to learn more about the wrongful death claims process, watch the video below.
Is it Worth Hiring an Oakdale Wrongful Death Attorney for a Fatal Truck Accident?
In a wrongful death claim, the insurance company representing the trucker or trucking firm may use defense tactics such as arguing that the decedent was somehow responsible for the big rig crash and the fatal injuries they suffered. A family may benefit from the legal representation of a wrongful death attorney who is experienced in dealing with difficult insurers. At our law firm, we have the experience, skills, and resources needed to prove your case. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help your family in your time of loss and grief.
Wrongful Death Lawyer in Oakdale
I’m Ed Smith, an Oakdale wrongful death lawyer. A motor vehicle accident involving an 18-wheeler and a small passenger car can be devastating. If you have lost someone you love in a big rig crash, do not hesitate to contact an experienced wrongful death attorney immediately. Contact our law firm at (209) 227-1931 or (800) 404-5400 to schedule a consultation for compassionate, free, and friendly advice about your potential wrongful death truck accident case. Our legal team is available anytime to listen to your story and determine your options for justice and compensation.
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