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Multi-car Crash Leaves 3 Dead and 2 Injured

Multi-car Crash Leaves 3 Dead and 2 Injured

Rialto, CA – A collision involving eight vehicles occurred on Monday, August 1, 2022, shortly before 7 p.m. The accident occurred in front of a gas station near Riverside Avenue and Valley Boulevard. 

According to authorities, a speeding driver slammed into another driver who was stopped at the intersection, causing a domino effect. Two vehicles caught fire, three people were killed, and two additional people were injured in the crash. The cause of the accident remains under investigation.  

Car Accidents 

Last year, speeding was a factor in 30% of all traffic fatalities. In this devastating accident, those injured, and their families should have their investigative team evaluate all aspects surrounding the collision. This includes reviewing:    

  • Driver accident history 
  • Police accident report  
  • Any testing of driver for drugs and alcohol     
  • Any history of driver with drugs and alcohol     
  • Phone and texting records of the driver     
  • All eyewitness accounts of the accident      
  • Timing of traffic signals 
  • Evaluation if pavement markings are clear and up to code   
  • Accident history at this intersection 
  • Video from the gas station 

When another person’s negligence causes a car accident, victims can be left with extensive injuries including:     

  • Head injuries    
  • Back and spine injuries    
  • Rib injuries    
  • Neck and shoulder injuries    
  • Any many more…    

Car Accident Attorneys 

At The Barnes Firm, our experienced and highly trained car accident attorneys have helped many clients injured in car accident get the best result possible for and have found some common causes of car accidents include: 

  • Texting and driving  
  • Distracted driving  
  • Fatigue 
  • Alcohol or drug involvement  
  • Inexperienced driving  
  • Aggressive driving  
  • Speeding  

If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident, contact an experienced car accident attorney at The Barnes Firm today. From the first phone conversation through to the final settlement, the team of attorneys at The Barnes Firm will work hard for you every step of the way.    

Call (800) 800-0000 today for a FREE case evaluation. It could be the best call you make.   

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