Lake Forest, CA – One Dead in Fatal Car Crash on El Toro Rd & Aliso Park

Lake Forest, CA (May 18, 2019) – A multi-vehicle accident occurred on Monday at approximately 12:30 p.m. that ended up taking the life of one person.

California Highway Patrol responded to the scene of this fatal accident.  According to CHP officers, the crash occurred on El Toro Road and Aliso Park

Two vehicles were involved in the crash. A red 2003 Hyundai Elantra was heading southbound on El Toro Road when it collided with a black 1991 Mazda Protégé that was making a left turn from El Toro Road onto Aliso Park Drive.

Emergency responders were called to the scene to render aid. Though at first, it appeared that none of the injuries sustained in the crash were traumatic, a woman later died from her injuries.

An investigation is ongoing.

We would like to offer our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the victim who passed away as a result of this fatal accident.  Our thoughts are with them at this time.

Wrongful Death Lawsuits in California

In California, a “wrongful death claim” happens when a person dies as the result of the wrongful act or carelessness of another person. A wrongful death claim is a civil proceeding. It is brought to court by the survivors of the deceased, or by the representative of the deceased’s estate, and the fault is money damages, where the court orders the defendant to pay the deceased person’s survivors.

A wrongful death claim is different from a criminal case, which is brought by the state and where guilt is penalized with jail time, probation, or fines. You may bring a civil wrongful death claim even if a criminal case is already happening.

Only specific people are allowed to file a wrongful death lawsuit. These include the deceased’s:

• Surviving spouse
• Domestic partner
• Surviving children

If your family member has passed away due to a car accident, contact a personal injury attorney to see what your next step should be. The statute of limitations for a wrongful death claim is two years.

If you or your loved one has been seriously injured or passed away due to an accident, seek the help of an attorney with solid experience. Brady Law Group can help you deal with the legal pitfalls of this situation and help you handle claims with insurance companies. We offer experienced accident attorneys who can help you in your time of need. Please contact us today at 866-478-6483.

Note: Outside sources were used in the creation of this post including news bulletins and first-hand accounts of the accident and injuries involved. As a result, the details of the accident presented have not been independently verified by our own writing staff. If you have identified any false information in the story, please inform us immediately, and we will adjust the posting to reflect the most accurate content available.

Disclaimer: As a member of the local community, we at Brady Law Group strive to improve the overall safety and quality of life for everyone who lives in our beloved state. We are extremely saddened by these accidents but hope that, through an awareness of these dangers, those in our community will take precautions to avoid these accidents. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. We wish only the best and quickest recovery to all those involved in the accident.