[09-23-2022] Butte County, CA – Woman Killed After Two Pickup Trucks Crashed Near Forbestown

According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), a 27-year-old woman died in an accident involving two trucks near Forbestown on Friday night, September 23, 2022.

The accident happened at about 6:45 p.m. on New York Flat Road.

According to a CHP press release, the lady, identified only as El Dorado Hills, was traveling south in a gray 1990 Ford F-250 when she collided with the driver of a green 1999 Ford F-150, 44-year-old Jonathan Jordan.

Investigators concluded that the woman was not wearing a seatbelt and was ejected from the truck when it flipped. She died on the spot.

According to the CHP, the other motorist was wearing a seatbelt and was not injured.

According to the CHP, the cause of the collision is still being investigated.

The woman’s identity will be revealed after her family has been contacted.

Truck Collision Statistics

Truck accidents are a common occurrence on America’s roads. Every year, thousands of truck accidents result in injuries and deaths. 4,842 large trucks were involved in fatal crashes in 2020, down 4% from 2019 and 33% from 2011. Large trucks are categorized as any medium or heavy truck with a gross vehicle weight rating of more than 10,000 pounds, excluding buses and motor homes. Vehicles are included, both commercial and noncommercial.

Most truck accidents are caused by driver negligence. Drivers may be tired or distracted, losing control of their vehicles. Other common causes of truck accidents include driver error, speeding, and drunk driving.

When a truck accident occurs, the results can be devastating. Trucks are much larger and heavier than cars, and they can cause significant damage when they collide with other vehicles. In addition to the damage to other cars, truck accidents often cause severe injuries to the people involved. These injuries can include broken bones, neck injuries, and head injuries. In some cases, truck accident victims may suffer from permanent disabilities or even death.

Truck accidents can be hazardous, mainly if the truck carries a heavy load. When a truck jackknifes, the consequences can be catastrophic. Trucks can also lose control while traveling on slippery roads, resulting in a pile-up. Drivers need to be aware of the dangers when traveling around trucks and should take care to give them plenty of room to maneuver.

Butte County Truck Accident Lawyers

The injuries incurred in truck accidents are usually severe or deadly. Occupants of trucks can receive catastrophic head and brain injuries or spinal cord injuries due to the magnitude of the forces involved.

Victims and surviving family members of vehicle accidents may be able to seek legal redress. A driver found to be at fault in an accident may be held liable not only for your injuries but also for additional losses and damages sustained due to the collision.

If you or a loved one has been involved in an automobile accident, contact our Butte County truck crash lawyers at Arash Law. Our legal team is prepared to assist you with your claim and fight for the money you are entitled to.

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