San Joaquin County, CA – Fatal Big Rig Crash on I-5 Near Stockton

San Joaquin County, CA (May 23, 2019) – The California Highway Patrol reported a crash involving at least five semi-trucks and two cars on Interstate 5, north of Stockton. The crash resulted in two fatalities.

The multi-vehicle collision happened at approximately 7:30 a.m. on Thursday. Its cause is currently unknown.

The northbound lanes of Interstate five between the Flag City exit and Eight Mile Road were closed in order for CHP to begin an investigation into the crash and for the clearing of damaged vehicles and debris from the roadway.

The names of the deceased have not been released, pending family notification.

The investigation into the crash is ongoing.

We would like to offer our sincere condolences to the families of the deceased at this time. Our thoughts are with them.

Truck Safety in California

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has rules stating that big rigs must undergo pre-trip inspections before getting on the highway. To assure safety for everyone on the road, these large vehicles must be inspected and maintained in order to prevent truck accidents. Pre-trip inspections require checking the tire inflation, fluid levels, brake function, and many other elements.

No matter how thorough a pre-inspection is, it cannot prevent human error while on the road. If you have been injured or lost a loved one in a big rig crash– as a victim in the smaller vehicle or as the driver of a big rig– you need the support of an experienced attorney who is familiar with cases involving large trucks. Call the Brady Law Group at 866-478-6483 to reserve a complimentary consultation with one of big rig accident lawyers.

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.