[11-26-2022] Santa Clara County, CA – At Least One Injured in Car Crash on San Tomas Expressway

Authorities said at least one person was seriously injured in a car crash in Santa Clara County on Saturday morning, November 26, 2022.

The Santa Clara Police Department and Santa Clara Fire Department were dispatched to the crash at 6:15 a.m. on San Tomas Expressway and El Camino Real.

It is unclear as of yet how many vehicles were involved, but at least one person was reportedly injured critically.

Up until 8:30 a.m., police asked residents to stay out of the area while crews investigated.

At present, the roadway is now completely accessible.

Car Accident Statistics

In the United States, a car accident takes the life of or seriously injures someone every 60 seconds on average. People between the ages of two and thirty-four account for the vast majority of the two million deaths and tens of millions of injuries that occur annually.

Roughly ten thousand people per year perish as a result of careless driving and other factors in the Golden State of California.

In just three years, the number of fatalities on California’s roadways has increased by 23.5 percent. In 2017, 3,898 people were killed and 276,823 were injured in motor vehicle collisions. Nine people per one hundred thousand who used public transportation died that year.

Any driver can be involved in an accident, regardless of how cautious they are. Because of this, it’s crucial to stay alert at all times while driving, keep up with routine vehicle maintenance, and steer clear of distractions.

Car Accident Lawyers in Santa Clara County

If a car accident in California causes physical harm or death, the victim has the right to file a lawsuit seeking compensation. When someone else’s negligence causes injury to you or a loved one, you may be able to file a personal injury claim to recover financial damages for your suffering.

Please trust the legal process and the lawyer representing our company as you navigate this trying time. Our attorneys will negotiate with the insurer on your behalf to increase the amount of compensation you receive.

Our trusted and award-winning car accident attorneys in Santa Clara County have extensive experience advocating for accident victims. Our clients have been awarded compensation totaling $500 million.

Contact (888) 488-1391 or click the “Do I Have a Case?” on our website to schedule a free consultation with one of our lawyers.