[11-28-2021] Stanislaus County, CA – Passenger Killed, Driver Seriously Hurt After a Deadly Head-On Crash in Modesto

A passenger was killed while a driver was seriously injured after a deadly head-on collision east of Modesto on Sunday afternoon, November 28, 2021.

The fatal collision occurred at the intersection of Bentley Road and Kemper Road east of Modesto at approximately 3:55 p.m.

A Toyota sedan was initially heading southbound on Bentley Road, while a Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck was heading northbound.

The Toyota reportedly turned left onto Kemper Road and drove directly in front of the Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck. The Silverado then crashed into the passenger side of the Toyota.

Unfortunately, one passenger positioned in the front seat of the Toyota was immediately killed after the crash.

Meanwhile, the Toyota driver sustained serious injuries and was airlifted to Memorial Medical Center for treatment.

The driver and two occupants in the Silverado sustained minor injuries in the crash. They were not hospitalized.

Information about the collision is limited at the moment. The identities of the
involved parties have not been disclosed.

Local authorities are further investigating the cause of the collision.

Fatal Head-On Collision Statistics

The term “head-on collision” refers to an accident in which two cars are going in opposite directions crash directly. The consequences of these collisions, even at modest speeds, can be life-threatening or fatal.

Traffic lights, stop signs, blind crossroads, and motorways are all places where head-on crashes occur. As a result of drivers ignoring traffic restrictions, such as red lights or stop signs, head-on collisions are more likely to occur at junctions.

The speed and weight of the cars involved in a head-on collision enhance the impact force. During head-on collisions, a lot of energy is released. This type of collision is more likely to result in fatalities because of the increased kinetic energy.

Even though head-on collisions account for only 2% of all accidents, they are responsible for 10% of all fatalities on US roads.

Fatal Collision Lawyers for Victims in Stanislaus County

At this time, it is best to hire a qualified wrongful death lawyer to assist you. It is possible to resolve a wrongful death claim with an insurance company or through the courts.

A wrongful death lawsuit can only be brought by a family member if there is proof that the irresponsible party caused the injuries and death of their loved one.

Suing the individual who caused an untimely death and financial loss is a common practice in wrongful-death lawsuits. Funeral and burial costs, as well as all the money the victim would have earned between their accident and their projected retirement, are examples of these losses.

If a fatal head-on collision has taken the life of a loved one, don’t hesitate to reach out to the Arash Law team right once. We work tirelessly to ensure that our client’s legal rights are protected so that they can focus on their recovery. To arrange a no-obligation consultation, please contact us at (888) 488-1391 or via e-mail. Talk with one of our expert Stanislaus County head-on collision attorneys from Arash Law to ensure that your legal rights are properly protected.