Trucking Firms Seek Approval for $11 Million Settlement
Two companies filed for court approval of a settlement regarding the 2019 deaths of two sisters in Los Angeles.
Updated on Oct. 25, 2026 in Trucks
Commodity Trucking Acquisition LLC and Commodity Trucking Holdings LLC are requesting court approval for an $11 million settlement in a wrongful death lawsuit. The case involves the 2019 collision that killed 12-year-old Amy Lorenzo and 14-year-old Marlenne Lorenzo.
Why it matters
The settlement seeks to resolve liability claims surrounding the accident while avoiding the ongoing burden and expense of litigation. The lawsuit also brings attention to allegations that the school district recommended unsafe street crossing points for students.
The proposed $11 million settlement follows a 2019 accident involving a dump truck operated by a subcontractor. The driver of the vehicle, Stanley Bernard Randle, was 39 years old at the time of the recent legal filings.
The players
Commodity Trucking Acquisition LLC
This entity acted as a primary firm involved in the excavation project that utilized heavy dump trucks.
Los Morales Trucking
This trucking firm employed the driver involved in the 2019 collision that occurred near 37th Street and Broadway.
Stanley Bernard Randle
He was the driver of the truck involved in the fatal incident that resulted in the deaths of two sisters.
The details
The fatal accident occurred on April 4, 2019, at the intersection of 37th Street and Broadway in Los Angeles. The legal filings specify that the truck was provided by Los Morales Trucking, a firm subcontracted by Commodity Trucking for an excavation project.
Timeline
April 4, 2019: The accident involving two sisters occurred in Los Angeles.
July 2019: The lawsuit was initially filed in Los Angeles Superior Court.
October 23, 2026: Companies filed the settlement papers for court approval.
January 20, 2027: A court hearing for settlement ratification is scheduled.
Roadmap
This settlement reflects ongoing industry efforts to mitigate liability risks associated with subcontracted heavy equipment operations. It highlights the complex legal landscape that persists when multiple trucking entities share responsibility for large-scale excavation logistics.
The resolution of this case may influence how future excavation contracts are managed to ensure safer street crossing points near schools. Local residents can monitor the court outcome on January 20, 2027, to see if the settlement is finalized as requested.
The takeaway
Large commercial trucking settlements often serve to resolve long-standing liability disputes between multiple contracted firms. Families involved in similar incidents should track court hearing dates closely to stay informed on the status of legal compensation.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by My News LA.
