[08-14-2022] Monterey County, CA- Driver and 3 Passengers Killed after Fatal Two-Vehicle Collision on HWY 156

According to the California Highway Patrol, a driver and its three passengers were killed following a fatal two-car crash on Highway 156 on Sunday, August 14, 2022.

According to the CHP, at around 10:05 p.m. on Sunday, a 55-year-old man was driving an eastbound 2014 Tesla on Highway 156, west of Fairview Road.

According to the report, the driver made an unknown left turn, causing the Tesla to travel from the eastbound lane of Highway 156 into the westbound lane of Highway 156 over solid double yellow lines and collide with a 2015 Freightliner.

According to the report, the driver and three passengers of the Tesla, who were from Carmel Valley, died. The Freightliner’s 39-year-old Madera driver was taken to Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital with minor injuries.

“It is unknown whether drugs and/or alcohol impairment played a role in this collision,” according to the release.

Any witnesses with information are asked to contact Officer N. Stewart, ID 22339 at 408 848-2324.

FATAL TWO-VEHICLE CRASH STATISTICS

A car accident is the most common cause of personal injury in the United States. Every year, two million people are injured in car accidents. More than 200,000 of these people live in the state of California. Riverside County, with a population of over 2 million people, is one of California’s most congested and dangerous places to drive.

Riverside’s streets, including Jurupa Avenue, Wells Avenue, Pierce Street, and nearby roads like the 91, 215, and 60, saw 2,119 injuries and fatalities.

80% of these fatalities could have been avoided if the drivers had not been distracted by their cell phones or other distractions while driving.

Distracted driving, drunk driving, and fatigued driving all contribute to these collisions.

The driver who caused the accident owes money to the people listed above as a result of the accident. Both drivers may be at fault in a car accident. Even if this occurs, victims may still be able to sue the responsible party.

MONTEREY COUNTY CAR ACCIDENT LAWYERS

In California, car accidents are the most common cause of personal injury and wrongful death claims. Even though many of these collisions have similar contributing factors, each one is unique and should be thoroughly investigated by an experienced auto accident law firm to ensure the injured party receives all of the compensation to which they are entitled.

A family’s stress and grief can be unbearable when a loved one dies unexpectedly in a car accident. The family of a wrongful death victim may file a lawsuit.

A wrongful death lawsuit holds the responsible party liable for the victim’s medical expenses, funeral expenses, pain and suffering, and loss of companionship.

You must immediately contact a lawyer when a loved one is killed in a car accident. If you have been injured or a loved one has been killed in a tragic accident, our Monterey County car accident lawyers at Arash Law are ready to take on your case and get you the compensation you deserve. We will handle your legal matters while you focus on getting better. Call us at (888) 488-1391 or fill out our online form to schedule a free consultation.