Tustin, CA – Injury Car Collision On 5 Freeway Near Tustin Ranch Rd.
Tustin, California (June 9, 2019) – A multi-vehicle accident involving a commercial truck occurred on June 8th at about 11 a.m., that injured one person.
California Highway Patrol responded to the scene of this injury accident. According to CHP officers, the crash occurred on northbound 5 Freeway, just north of Tustin Ranch Rd. on-ramp.
A silver Honda Civic and a white commercial truck were involved in the accident.
Emergency responders were called to the scene to render aid the injured. The injured parties were transported to local hospitals for treatment and further evaluation.
The accident remains under investigation.
We send healing thoughts to the injured parties and their family. Our thoughts are with them all during this difficult time as we hope for a full recovery.
Semi-Truck Accident Major Causes
In one year there were 415,000 reported crashes involved commercial vehicles in the United States. Those accidents caused a total of 3,852 fatalities. 60 percent of these crashes occurred on rural roads, while 25 percent of them on highways. 35 percent of all fatal crashes involving commercial vehicles occurred from 6 p.m. until 6 a.m.
Commercial trucker errors, mistakes, and negligence contribute to more than half of all truck crashes. Here are the major causes of these collisions.
- Brake problems
- Traveling too fast for existing conditions
- Unfamiliar with roadway
- Roadway problems
- Over-the-counter drug use
- Inadequate surveillance
- Fatigue
- Pressure from carrier
- Illegal maneuver
- Inattention
- External distraction
- Tire problems
- Following too close
- Jackknifed
- Cargo shift
- Illness
- Internal distraction
- Illegal drugs
- Alcohol
Considering all of the reasons that crashes involving commercial vehicles happen, drivers are much more likely to cause an accident rather than the condition of the vehicles they drive or the environment in which they drive.
Crashes with commercial trucks can and do happen. It this traumatic collision has happened to you, consider retaining the services of a personal injury attorney.
If you or your loved one has been seriously injured or passed away due to an accident involving a commercial truck, 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 truck accident attorneys who can help you in your time of need. Please contact us today at 866-478-6483.
Note:Â 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.
