[05-13-2022] Stanislaus County, CA – One Woman Killed, Another Injured in Fatal Crash in Oakdale

An 18-year-old Stockton woman was killed, and a 20-year-old Oakdale woman was injured in a fatal crash in Oakdale on Friday, May 13.

The crash occurred around 3:20 p.m. on Orange Blossom Road, east of Bonson Court.

The teen driver lost control of an SUV and drove into a pond east of Oakdale.

A pond south of the road had partially submerged the Nissan SUV.

The front-seat passenger from Oakdale was taken to Memorial Medical Center with minor injuries.

The Stockton woman died after being airlifted to Stockton Doctors Medical Center.

There are no other details available.

The crash remains under investigation.

Fatal Single-Vehicle Crash Statistics

Some of California’s most dangerous motor vehicle accidents are single-vehicle accidents, but many drivers are unaware of this.

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that 62% of fatal California car accidents involve a single vehicle. Drivers in California, where single-vehicle accidents are common, need to be aware of the various risk factors.

A single-vehicle collision can be caused by a wide range of factors. A run-off-the-road accident occurs when a driver loses control while speeding or making sharp turns on a wet, slippery road. It is possible to find debris on the road, such as a large branch or an object that fell from the back of a truck.

An uninsured motorist accident caused by, say, a deer jumping in front of your car will have fewer resources available to you because of the comprehensive insurance coverage provided by your policy.

Stanislaus County Car Accident Lawyers

Many car accident victims are unable to return to work or school because of their injuries. Negligent drivers are not exonerated from responsibility even if a victim dies as a result of their actions. Any of the deceased victim’s surviving family members can file a wrongful death lawsuit against the driver who caused their death as a result of their carelessness (or legal heirs).

This process is extremely difficult for them to go through. Depositions and trials force victims to testify about their losses in front of strangers. Dealing with the stress of a lengthy legal battle can have a negative impact on one’s mental health.

A negligent driver should be held accountable if they cause an accident. Accountability is critical in cases where negligence has resulted in an unnecessarily high death toll. For grieving families, wrongful death lawsuits can be emotionally challenging but can also provide a sense of closure. This is good news for everyone who drives in California.

Our Stanislaus County car accident lawyers at Arash Law have won more than $500 million for our clients. Many of our clients come from all over California, such as San Francisco, San Jose, and Riverside. Call (888) 488-1391 for a free consultation with one of our experienced attorneys.