1 dead, 5 injured in early Friday morning crash at PCH and Atlantic Avenue
August 16, 2024 | Long Beach, CA
A 53-year-old woman lost her life early Friday morning in a two-vehicle accident at an intersection in Long Beach.
The Long Beach Police Department says a 2017 Mazda 6 heading westbound along Pacific Coast Highway and a 2007 Toyota Scion heading northbound along Atlantic Avenue collided in the intersection at approximately 12:15 a.m.
Maria Concepcion Martinez was fatally injured early Friday morning in a two-vehicle accident at an intersection in Long Beach.
A passenger in the Toyota, identified as Long Beach resident Maria Concepcion Martinez, tragically died from injuries she sustained in the crash.
The driver of the Toyota and three additional passengers sustained unspecified injuries.
The driver of the Mazda was also hurt in the wreck.
Authorities are investigating who had the right of way and what caused the crash.
CRASH INVESTIGATION
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 42,915 people lost their lives in motor vehicle crashes in the United States in 2021, an increase of over 10 percent from 2020.
“Road conditions, visibility, and lighting are all possible contributing factors considered and examined,” said Candice Bond, a Managing Partner with Bond Legal.
“An accident reconstruction team is sometimes needed to help piece together what happened. All of these resources are necessary for helping clients receive monetary compensation for damages or a loss following a collision,” said Bond, an experienced auto accident attorney.
WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM
Pending the investigation, the family of Maria Concepcion Martinez could pursue a wrongful death claim. Family members of wrongful death victims may seek damages for loss of companionship, pain and suffering, and emotional distress following a tragic or catastrophic accident such as this.
“The stress and sorrow can be extremely overwhelming after losing a loved one in an accident,” said Stefano Formica, of counsel at Bond Legal.
“We understand just what families must go through, and having their rights protected is vital. A wrongful death lawyer will stay updated on the official investigation and help ensure that their legal rights and best interests are protected.”
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