[05-03-2022] Stanislaus County, CA – One Person Hurt After a Train Crash in Turlock

At least one person was hurt after a train crash on a railroad crossing in Turlock on Tuesday afternoon, May 3, 2022.

According to the initial reports from local authorities, the accident happened at the Taylor railroad crossing at around 4:00 p.m.

A vehicle on the railroad tracks was struck by a train. It’s unclear what caused the collision to occur and why the vehicle was on the railroad tracks.

At least one person sustained minor injuries following the accident. Information about the crash is limited at the moment.

Local authorities are further investigating the cause of the crash.

Train Accident Statistics

Every year, around 5,800 train-car accidents occur in the United States. The majority happen along with railroad crossings, although they happen all around the country. Approximately 600 individuals are killed, and approximately 2,300 are injured in these accidents. They occur all the time, and they occur all the time.

More than half of fatal railway accidents occur at crossings with no active safety systems or defective equipment. Some crossings have no safety equipment at all. Things can go bad when there are no safety devices.

During the day, approximately 75% of collisions between cars and trains occur when the train collides with the vehicle. It happens nearly half of the time at night, but not always. When the crossing isn’t well marked, passing cars are more likely to be hit by trains.

Many factors can cause a train to derail, including poorly maintained tracks, failure to follow safety rules, insufficient security, and other carelessness.

You should not walk, cycle, or ride on or near railroad tracks to avoid being involved in a train accident. Only cross tracks at designated crossings. Stay away from bridges and tunnels. Finally, if your car breaks down on a crossing, get out immediately and call the police for assistance.

Stanislaus County Train Accident Lawyers

Train accident victims frequently sustain traumatic, life-altering injuries that necessitate costly medical attention and treatment and time away from work to recover. By identifying liability following the accident, a train accident attorney can assist you in recovering compensation for medical costs, lost earnings, and other losses.

While many train accidents are caused by a railroad company’s negligence, proving fault after an accident is much easier said than done. Railroad safety laws are complex at the federal and state levels, and numerous federal agencies regulate railroad safety and investigate railroad accidents.

Arash Law’s experienced Stanislaus County train accident attorneys to understand these laws. They can investigate on your behalf to determine whether a railroad company and its employees violated any laws or operated its trains unsafely, resulting in a train crash or derailment.

If you or a loved one has recently been involved in a car accident, contact Arash Law. We want to assist you in asserting your rights as an injured victim. Our personal injury attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, which means we only get paid if and when you do. To get started, call (888) 488-1391.