[11-05-2021] Santa Clara County, CA – Two People Killed After a Fatal Head-On Collision in San Jose

Two people were killed after a deadly head-on collision in San Jose on early Friday morning, November 5, 2021.

The crash took place on Bailey Avenue, just east of Monterey Road near Highway 101 in San Jose, at around 10:13 a.m.

A 1991 Chevrolet pickup truck was traveling westbound on Bailey Avenue when it drifted across the double-yellow lines and went into the opposite lanes.

The pickup truck then collided head-on with an oncoming eastbound 2019 BMW on Bailey Avenue.

A female passenger in the pickup truck was pronounced dead at the scene. She was identified as Rosaline B.

Meanwhile, another person was rushed to an area hospital but was later pronounced dead. The second deceased party was identified as 86-year-old Vincent B.

The BMW driver was also taken to an area hospital for treatment. He sustained non-life-threatening injuries in the mishap.

Local authorities are further investigating the cause of the collision. Witnesses that can provide more information about the crash are urged to call authorities at 408-277-4654.

Fatal Head-On Collision Statistics

A car accident kills more than 38,000 people in the United States every year. The United States has a traffic fatality rate of 12.4 deaths for every 100,000 people. A total of 4.4 million people have been seriously injured and need medical attention.

In this case, a head-on collision occurred. In a head-on collision, two vehicles that are traveling in opposite directions come to a head-on collision. Injuries and even death are possible even in low-speed collisions.

Although head-on collisions are rare compared to other types of car accidents, they are the most dangerous and lethal of all crashes. Head-on collisions account for 2% of all accidents but 10% of all fatalities on US roads.

Drunk driving, distracted driving, inexperience, and mechanical failure are all potential causes of head-on collisions.

Santa Clara Fatal Head-On Crash for Victims

Getting into a traffic accident can result in tens of thousands of dollars in medical bills, property damage, and even funeral expenses for you and your family, on top of the physical and emotional trauma you’ve already endured.

Those who have lost a loved one in a fatal head-on collision can file a wrongful death claim to receive compensation for the damages they have suffered.

A wrongful death claim can obtain compensation for damages such as medical bills, funeral expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. If you hire an experienced attorney, you can file a claim for a wrongful death claim without having to worry about talking to insurance companies.

Our Santa Clara fatal head-on collision attorneys from Arash Law are here to assist you throughout the legal process. Our lawyers can help you file a claim with your insurance company and ensure that you are properly compensated. Schedule your free, no-obligation fatal car accident case review by contacting Arash Law at (888) 488-1391 or by filling out the form on our website today.