Jessica Hernandez and Ochoa Arlene Killed in Madera Crash at Avenue 7 and Road 31
Madera County, California (November 5, 2021) – The authorities have disclosed the identities of the two people who were killed in a Wednesday afternoon traffic accident involving a semi-truck in Madera County.
The California Highway Patrol said Jessica Hernandez, 41, and Ochoa Arlene, 33, were killed in the accident.
The deadly crash happened at about 4:00 p.m., on November 3, at Avenue 7 and Road 31.
According to the officials, the driver of the big rig that was carrying a load of pomegranates lost control of the truck and drifted off into the shoulder.
The driver of the big rig reportedly overcorrected by turning left. Unfortunately, the back end of the semi-truck swung around and landed on the SUV. The semi-truck was carrying a load of pomegranates at the time of the accident.
2 Killed in Semi-Truck Crash in Madera Identified
Arlene and Ochoa were inside the SUV and were pronounced dead at the scene.
Traffic on the roadway was stopped for several hours due to the collision.
Drugs or alcohol were not suspected of having played a role in the accident.
The crash remains under investigation.
Motor Vehicle Accidents in Madera 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 640 traffic collisions were reported in Madera County in 2020, resulting in the deaths of at least 30 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.
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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.