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Person Dies in HWY 101 Pedestrian Accident
San Jose, CA (march 29, 2024) – 62-year-old Maria Ortega of San Jose was involved following a Highway 101 fatal accident Thursday morning.
The fatal pedestrian accident happened around 3:40 a.m. south of Berryessa Road and north of McKee Road.
Responding officers located a man deceased on the highway after he was hit by a 2006 Chrysler.
The Chrysler’s driver, Maria Ortega, reported the accident. She sustained moderate injuries in the collision.
Ortega’s 58-year-old passenger was not hurt. Ortega and the passenger were wearing safety belts during the crash.
No arrest have been made in this fatal crash.
Anyone who has information on this accident is asked to contact the CHP San Jose Area Office at (408)-961-0900.
Sweet Lawyers would like to express our sincere condolences to the families of the deceased. May you find strength during this difficult time.
San Jose Fatal Crash Injures Maria Ortega
Having lost a loved one that could have been prevented is a difficult experience for the bereaved.
Nevertheless, the family of the victim must be aware that they can file a wrongful death lawsuit. The goal of this lawsuit is to give the loved ones of the deceased some semblance of justice.
A wrongful death suit allows families to hold parties liable for the irrevocable damages they have caused. Settlements can range from several hundred thousand dollars to tens of millions of dollars, depending on the scale of the event. Providing financial relief for the relatives of those who have passed away.
With legal representation, you can obtain compensation for medical bills, loss of earnings, future medical expenses, pain and suffering, and more. A lawyer will exhaust every avenue to ensure you get the maximum settlement. In addition to speaking to witnesses, analyzing evidence, and gathering important data, they will appear in court to support your claim.
Call Sweet Lawyers at (800) 674 7852. During your initial call, we’ll discuss your case at length to determine your legal options. In addition, you won’t pay a dime in retainer or holding fees over this case.
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