2 Children, 2 Adults Killed in Crystal Lake Car Crash on 80 Freeway near Eagle Lakes Road
Crystal Lake, California (November 20, 2021) – Two children and two adults were killed in a wrong-way car crash on Interstate 80 near Crystal Lake in the Sierra.
The tragic incident happened on the 80 Freeway near Eagle Lakes Road at about 4:42 a.m
California Highway Patrol said three vehicles were involved in the collision. One of the cars was traveling the wrong way when the collision happened.
4 Die in Deadly Wrong-Way Car Accident on I-80 near Nevada City
Two children and two adults in one vehicle were killed in the crash. A baby in that car survived and was airlifted to the hospital.
Two other people including the wrong-way driver were injured in the crash.
The identities of the victims were not immediately disclosed.
CHP officers believe alcohol was a factor.
The eastbound lanes of I-80 were temporarily blocked as the officers carried out an investigation.
An investigation into the crash is underway.
Motor Vehicle Accidents in Nevada County
Being involved in a motor vehicle accident can be a traumatic experience for the victims and their families. According to a report by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than 370 traffic crashes were reported in Nevada County in 2020, resulting in the deaths of at least 13 people. Statistics show that the leading cause of most of these auto accidents is human error. This includes dangerous acts such as; distracted driving, speeding, drunk driving, reckless driving, bad weather, wrong-way driving, and failure to observe traffic laws.
When you are involved in a traffic collision, you and your family may be forced to spend tens of thousands of dollars on medical bills, property damages, and maybe funeral services, while also enduring endless mental and emotional suffering.
Although the exact cause of the accident above was not immediately determined, the authorities will continue to gather more information, including witness statements to establish the cause of the accident. However, Pacific Attorney Group's managing attorney P. Mark Shayani believes that a separate and independent investigation into the crash is equally important. “A car accident attorney will investigate, research, and review every case thoroughly and explain to clients their rights and answer all questions to their satisfaction,” he said.
Victims of traffic accidents have an enforceable right under law to full and fair compensation for the costs and losses they suffer. Whether they receive what the law provides for them or whether they receive any compensation at all depends on how well their attorneys can pursue their claims through the intricacies of the state civil legal processes.
Call a California Car Accident Lawyer Today
If you have been involved in a traffic accident and got injured, it is important to get in touch with a skilled attorney immediately for guidance. At Pacific Attorney Group, we specialize in personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits for all types of auto accidents. We assist accident victims and their families to seek justice and financial compensation for their injuries, pain and suffering.