Tour Bus Accident Palm Springs I-10 Highway -10-23-2016
Update: 10/23/2016 10:30 a.m. (pst)Shortly after 5:00 a.m. this morning, a massive tour bus carrying 40+ people plowed into the rear-end of a tractor trailer on the 10 westbound. The death toll continues to rise with a reported 13 killed. The impact, and the intensity of the impact mangled the metals of the tour bus and tractor trailer together. The photos of the accident evidence the ferocious and deadly nature of the crash. Currently the 10- westbound is closed pending the completion of an investigation by state and local authorities. The cause of the crash has yet to be determined, but it looks as if the tour bus violently, and forcefully rear-ended the tractor trailer, causing the injuries and damages sustained by the victims aboard the tour bus. As of 7:30 this morning 7 people were confirmed dead. 2 hours later, around 9:30 a.m. the death count rose to 11 confirmed dead.
The numbers continue to rise as firefighters continue to use ladders to board the massive tour bus in hopes of pulling bodies from the mangled metals, smoke, and debris from this massive collision. The palm springs hospital which contains the only trauma center in the valley is flooded with injured victims in desperate need of medical attention. Currently there are 5 people in critical condition, 3 in serious condition, and 6 with minor injuries. Victims of the tour bus crash have also been transported to all three (3) valley hospital Desert Regional Medical Center, Eisenhower Medical Center and JFK Memorial Hospital. A long time physician at the only trauma center in the valley said that in his 6 years working at the hospital, this was the largest number of victims he has seen from a single crash.
Rights of the Injured and Loved Ones of the Perished
If you or your loved one was a passenger on a tour that crashed into the rear end of a tractor trailer truck on the 10 west this morning, then you will need the expertise of one of our highly experienced tour bus accident lawyers. Our lawyers are here to answer any questions, and address any concerns you may have with respect to the pursuit of your personal injury claim. If you or a loved one was a passenger on the tour bus that rear-ended a massive tractor trailer on the 10-West this morning, then it is imperative that you contact one of our highly experienced tour bus and truck accident lawyers today.
Wrongful Death Claim: As the death toll continues to rise, and the injuries of the victims aboard the tour bus are being discovered, it may be difficult to think that you need legal representation to protect you and your family. Our team of highly experienced tour bus accident attorneys are here for you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and will travel to your location to make sure that you are receiving the proper care that you deserve. If you are a family member of a loved one that was a passenger on the tour bus, then YOU have what is called a “wrongful death” claim. You and your family will be able to receive compensation for the loss you have suffered. Our attorneys will make sure that funeral arrangements are made, and all costs are taken care of.
FREE CONSULTATION: We understand that this is a horrific and tragic time in your life, but we cannot stress enough the importance of immediately seeking the advice of a lawyer before deciding to pursue your claim on your own. Our consultations are always free and you will never pay a dime if we don’twin your case. We have a NO WIN NO FEE GUARANTEE and our lawyers will fight to make you justice is served.
