Dixon, CA (June 22, 2021) – A Sacramento teenager was struck and killed early Sunday morning on westbound Interstate 80 in Dixon, troopers with the California Highway Patrol said.

Officers say that the incident occurred when a tractor-trailer slammed into the girl as she was waiting on the shoulder of the highway near a separate injury crash. The Solano County Coroner’s Office said the girl was 17 years old.

A separate social media post by CHP-Solano reported that a red Freightliner truck was traveling westbound on I-80 at Dixon Avenue around 12:30 a.m., approaching the scene of the separate crash. As the big rig approached the scene, the driver was unable to stop. The teenage girl, who was a passenger in the first collision, was hit and killed by the truck. It's unclear if any other injuries were sustained in the accident.

The crash investigation continues, and CHP officials are seeking additional information from witnesses.

Our deepest condolences go out to the family of the deceased victim. Our thoughts are with any injured victims in hopes of a full recovery.

Motor Vehicle Fatalities in the Bay Area

In just one recent year's time, authorities reported that more than 30,000 traffic crashes resulted in fatalities, major injuries, or minor injuries on Bay Area roadways in Northern California. Hundreds of lives are tragically lost each year on major thoroughfares and highways throughout the bustling city centers in Northern California, including San Jose, Oakland, Fremont, and beyond. Fatal pedestrian accidents are one of the most common contributors to vehicle fatalities in the Bay Area.

Serious pedestrian accidents causing injuries or even fatalities are all too common in California, especially in these busy cities comprising the Bay Area. When victims are injured in a pedestrian crash, they may have to deal with other drivers' insurance companies, long-term physical issues, and exorbitant hospital bills. Oftentimes, as a result of these incidents, victims succumb to their injuries. When this occurs, victims' grieving families are left to cope with emotional trauma and financial difficulties for months or even years.

However, the victims and their families affected by these wrecks can seek help from a California wrongful death attorney. Gene Halavanau at Halavanau Law Office strives to help victims and their families after they've suffered in an accident that's occurred through no fault of their own. At Halavanau Law Office in California, our San Francisco lawyers are committed to helping you get justice. Victims and their families should never be forced to spend tens of thousands of dollars of their own money on medical treatment. This is particularly true if their injuries were caused by the careless or negligent actions of another person.

Our legal team will gladly review the facts of your case, tailoring our advice to match your specific needs. We have years of experience when it comes to fighting for victims and their families, so you can rest assured that we will work to secure your entitled compensation. If you or a loved one has been involved in a crash caused by the negligent actions of another party, reach out to our Bay Area accident attorneys at your earliest convenience at (415) 692-5301 or Halavanau.com. Contact us to schedule your free, no-hassle consultation and learn more about safeguarding your legal rights after you've suffered in a catastrophic collision that's occurred through no fault of your own.

Tracy, CA (June 10, 2021) – A San Jose-bound train struck and killed a construction worker on Wednesday morning, June 9, in the Tracy area.

Altamont Corridor Express officials reported the incident shortly after 7:00 a.m. An ACE spokesperson said that train 5 from Stockton to San Jose stopped just before the Tracy station as a result of the accident, which occurred around 6:45 a.m. Tracy police officers say that the train hit a construction company vehicle with a man inside. He was doing work on Linne Road between MacArthur Drive and Tracy Boulevard when his truck was hit.

Authorities are still working to piece together the circumstances causing the crash. Police say the incident remains under investigation, and they have not released the identity of the man killed.

Our deepest condolences go out to the family of the deceased victim.

Fatal Train Crashes in the Bay Area

According to accident reports released by California authorities, nearly 40,000 motor vehicle collisions resulted in fatalities or major injuries on Bay Area roadways during the last five years alone. From long-term physical problems to emotional trauma and even serious injury or death, these incidents caused by cars, trucks, and other large commercial vehicles, including planes, trains, and 18-wheelers, are devastating.

Though they may occur less often than other types of wrecks, almost 1,000 railroad fatalities across the country in only one year. With millions traveling by train in California daily, the risk of these deadly accidents for Golden State commuters can be elevated.

Overall, it's clear that serious vehicle accidents causing injuries or death are an unfortunately common part of life throughout California, especially in large city centers like Los Angeles, Sacramento, and the many busy urban regions that comprise the Bay Area. Furthermore, hundreds of thousands of individuals travel into San Francisco daily from surrounding towns, such as San Jose, Oakland, and Vallejo.

When victims are injured as a result of another party's negligence, whether they're struck by a car or train, hit on their bicyclist, or involved in a wreck on public transit, they may have to deal with large commercial insurance companies, serious physical pain, and expensive hospital bills. Occasionally, victims succumb to their injuries as a result of these devastating collisions, leaving their grieving families to cope with emotional trauma and ongoing financial difficulties, all as a consequence of another party's negligence.

Thankfully, the victims and their families affected can seek help from a California accident attorney. A skilled attorney in the Golden State, well-versed in California law, can help victims and their families seek a fair, full accident settlement if they've suffered from an accident that occurred through no fault of their own.

When it comes to fighting for victims and their families, Gene Halavanau at Halavanau Law Office has years of experience aiding those affected by accidents in their time of need. At Halavanau Law Office in San Francisco, our legal team can help you collect the maximum compensation available for your injuries and losses, allowing you to secure justice after you've suffered due to the negligence of another party. Victims and their families should never be forced to spend tens of thousands of dollars of their own money, especially if their injuries resulted from an accident caused by the careless, reckless, or intentional actions of someone else.

At Halavanau, we will gladly review the facts of your case, personalizing and tailoring our advice to match your specific needs. If you've sustained injuries in an accident that's occurred through no fault of your own or lost a loved one as a result of a deadly collision, please reach out to our accident attorneys in the Bay Area today at (415) 692-5301 or Halavanau.com to schedule your free, no-hassle consultation.

San Jose, CA (June 9, 2021) – A pedestrian has died from his injuries following a pedestrian accident that occurred in the Rose Garden neighborhood last week, June 2, according to police.

Officers say that they were dispatched to the scene, near Naglee Avenue and Dana Avenue, around 9:44 p.m. An initial investigation indicated that the man was walking through the intersection when a driver in a white 2000 Toyota Camry hit him. The man was transported to a local hospital via ambulance, where he remained in critical condition for several days. He died early Monday morning and has now been identified by the Santa Clara County Medical Examiner-Coroner’s Office as 51-year-old Eric Thomas Burton, of San Jose.

Police said the Camry driver stopped and cooperated with their investigation. However, they are still piecing together the circumstances causing the fatal wreck.

Our deepest condolences go out to the family of Eric Thomas Burton.

Fatal Pedestrian Accidents in the Bay Area

Over the last several years, nearly 35,000 accidents resulted in fatalities, major injuries, or minor injuries on Bay Area roadways. Thousands of lives are lost every year on California's highways, major thoroughfares connecting large city centers, local streets, and beyond. This is especially true for incidents involving pedestrians, which often cause catastrophic consequences for these vulnerable victims.

Serious pedestrian accidents causing injuries or even fatalities are an all-too-common reality in California. When victims are injured in a pedestrian crash, they may have to deal with other drivers' insurance companies, long-term physical pain, and expensive hospital bills. Oftentimes, as a result of these incidents, victims succumb to their injuries, leaving their grieving families to cope with emotional trauma and financial difficulties as a result of another driver's negligence.

But the victims and their families affected by these wrecks can seek help from a Bay Area accident attorney. A skilled attorney in California can help victims seek justice and the fair compensation they deserve after suffering in an accident that occurred through no fault of their own.

Gene Halavanau at Halavanau Law Office strives to help victims and their families in their time of need. At Halavanau Law Office in San Francisco, our team can help you collect the maximum amount of compensation available for your injuries and losses. Victims and their families should never be forced to spend tens of thousands of dollars of their own money on medical treatment, especially if their injuries resulted from an accident caused by the careless, reckless, negligent, or intentional actions of another party.

Our team at Halavanau will gladly review the facts of your case and tailor our advice to match the specific needs of your case. We have years of experience when it comes to fighting for victims and their families. If you've been involved in a crash caused by the negligent actions of another driver, contact our accident attorneys in San Francisco today at (415) 692-5301 or Halavanau.com to schedule your consultation.

San Francisco, CA (June 1, 2021) – Several lanes of Highway 280 were closed on Tuesday afternoon, June 1, after a fatal incident involving a pedestrian occurred, troopers with the California Highway Patrol said.

The incident was reported around 4:30 p.m. Witnesses reported seeing a person fall onto southbound I-280 near the Monterey Boulevard exit. Rescuers at the San Francisco Fire Department said two off-duty nurses witnessed the person tumble onto the freeway. They started CPR before paramedics arrived at the scene, but the victim had already passed away. Authorities pronounced the victim deceased a short time later.

The investigation is ongoing, and identifying details about the pedestrian have not been released.

Our deepest condolences go out to the family of the deceased victim.

Fatal Pedestrian Accidents in San Francisco

Over the span of just one recent year, more than 33,000 traffic crashes resulted in fatalities, major injuries, or minor injuries on Bay Area roadways. Hundreds of lives are tragically lost each year on major thoroughfares and highways throughout the bustling city centers in Northern California, including San Jose, Oakland, Fremont, and beyond. Fatal pedestrian accidents are one of the most common contributors to vehicle fatalities in the Bay Area.

Serious pedestrian accidents causing injuries or even fatalities are all too common in California, especially in these busy cities comprising the Bay Area. When victims are injured in a pedestrian crash, they may have to deal with other drivers' insurance companies, long-term physical issues, and exorbitant hospital bills. Oftentimes, as a result of these incidents, victims succumb to their injuries. When this occurs, victims' grieving families are left to cope with emotional trauma and financial difficulties for months or even years.

However, the victims and their families affected by these wrecks can seek help from a California wrongful death attorney. Gene Halavanau at Halavanau Law Office strives to help victims and their families after they've suffered in an accident that's occurred through no fault of their own. At Halavanau Law Office in California, our San Francisco lawyers are committed to helping you get justice. Victims and their families should never be forced to spend tens of thousands of dollars of their own money on medical treatment. This is particularly true if their injuries were caused by the careless or negligent actions of another person.

Our legal team will gladly review the facts of your case, tailoring our advice to match your specific needs. We have years of experience when it comes to fighting for victims and their families, so you can rest assured that we will work to secure your entitled compensation. If you or a loved one has been involved in a crash caused by the negligent actions of another party, reach out to our accident attorneys in the Bay Area today at (415) 692-5301 or Halavanau.com to schedule your consultation.