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Kelli Zachery, 27, Fatal Berkeley Transit Bus, Car Crash Ashby Ave and California Street (Feb. 8)

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Bus, Car Crash into Parked Car and Home

BERKELEY, Calif. (Feb. 8, 2018) — Kelli Zachery, 27, was killed Thursday morning after a collision with an Alameda-Contra Costa Transit bus, according to the East Bay Times.

The fatal crash was reported at 6:38 a.m. at Ashby Avenue and California Street, Berkeley police Sgt. Andrew Frankel said.

The young woman driving the red Honda sedan was on her way to work heading southbound on California Street she collided with the westbound transit bus, Frankel said.

The impacted caused both vehicles to veer off the roadway and crash into a parked car and then a nearby house, police said.

The bus driver and a single passenger on board the transit bus did not appear to have injuries.

Berkeley Accident Investigation

An investigation into a collision involving a fatality can certainly be complicated, especially when a commercial vehicle such as a transit bus is involved. Police will determine what happened based on the facts and witness statements. There may also be video footage from inside the transit bus.

If a negligent driver caused a collision that left you with injuries or the loss of a loved one, you may have grounds for a personal injury claim even if there is some fault on both sides.

It’s important to note, however, that it’s quite common for insurance companies to try and avoid paying out a claim even when they know their insured is at fault. They may also make an offer to settle for far less than the full amount owed. This is unacceptable.

If you, or your loved one, have been hurt in a California traffic accident, we urge you to contact Johnson Attorneys Group today and speak with one of our experienced personal injury lawyers to help you. We will bring our expertise to your case and guide you every step of the way. Give our office a call at 800-235-6801 for a free consultation. – sks

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