Luis Figueroa, 5, Killed in Fatal Woodland Car Crash on 5 Freeway near Road 22
5-Year-Old Luis Figueroa ID’d as Boy Killed in Woodland Car Accident on 5 Freeway near Road 22
Woodland, California (June 22, 2019) – The young boy who sadly died in a fatal high-speed car crash in Woodland, Sacramento, late Tuesday night has been identified as 5-year-old Luis Figueroa of Woodland, according to a local news source
The fatal accident happened at about 10 p.m. June 18, on Interstate 5 Freeway near County Road 22.
As per the report, a 34-year-old Woodland man was driving a 2006 BMW northbound on the roadway when he rear-ended a 2004 Nissan pickup truck.
The impact of the collision sent the pickup truck down an embankment.
Luis Figueroa, 5, Killed in Fatal Woodland Car Crash on 5 Freeway
Figueroa and three girls who were also passengers in the Nissan, were all taken to UC Davis Medical Center with major injuries. Figueroa was later pronounced deceased at the hospital.
The Nissan driver was taken to the hospital with moderate injuries.
The driver of the BMW was arrested and is facing vehicular manslaughter and DUI charges.
An investigation into the accident is ongoing.
Every year, several traffic accidents are reported in California. Unfortunately, accidents result in many fatalities and even more injuries. The causes of these traffic accidents range from distracted driving, speeding, drunk driving, reckless driving, bad weather, wrong-way driving and failure to observe traffic laws. It is evident that negligence on the part of motorists is the leading cause of these accidents.
Dangers of Driving While Drunk
Drugs and alcohol contribute to many accidents on US roadways each year. According to the Centers for Disease Control, more than one million motor vehicle operators were taken into custody for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The statistics show that drugs play a role in approximately 16% of motor vehicle accidents while the proportion of fatal crashes involving alcohol is above 25%. Everyday, about 29 people die in the US in vehicle accidents involving intoxicated drivers.
It is almost obvious that driving while intoxicated is irresponsible and could be deadly both to the involved drivers and other road-users. Intoxicated drivers tend to be overconfident and usually make impaired judgements. A drunk driver who causes harm to others will no doubt be faced with stiff penalties.
DUI Motor Vehicle Liability
Liability depends on whose actions led to an accident. If a person is injured in a crash involving a DUI driver, they may have the right to seek compensation for medical bills, lost wages, lost earning capacity, and pain and suffering. If the crash is fatal, the family of the victim can pursue compensation by filing a wrongful death claim in accordance with the Code of Civil Procedure 377.60. With the help of an experienced wrongful death lawyer, the family will have a better chance of proving fault and getting the justice deserved.
Our sincere sympathies go to the family and friends of the person killed in the crash. We wish them courage during these trying moments of losing their loved one.
If you have lost someone you love in a fatal car accident, we highly recommend that you seek legal guidance and fight for justice. At Pacific Attorney Group, we go to a great length to ensure that an insurance company follows the law and offers a full compensation for your loss. Call our firm today, and we will help you get justice for your loved one.
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