[07-26-2021] Madera County, CA – One Killed, Another Injured After a Two-Vehicle Collision on Avenue 15

An unidentified woman was killed while another person was injured after a two-vehicle traffic collision near Road 12 on Monday night, July 26.

According to the initial reports from local authorities, the deadly crash took place on Avenue 15 near Road 12 at approximately 9:15 p.m. A Hyundai Elantra was heading westbound on the eastbound lanes for unclear reasons. The Hyundai then collided head-on with an oncoming Chevrolet pickup truck.

The Chevrolet initially swerved in an attempt to avoid the Hyundai, but the driver was unsuccessful. The female driver of the Hyundai Elantra was fatally wounded in the mishap. She was pronounced dead at the scene.

The male Chevrolet pickup truck driver sustained major injuries and was airlifted to Community Regional Medical Center for treatment. The California Highway Patrol is further investigating the accident.

Fatal Two-Vehicle Collision Statistics

Accidents involving automobiles can be life-altering and traumatic. As a result of the prevalence of automobiles in our lives, drivers frequently fail to recognize how dangerous they can become and how serious car accidents can be. A total of 36,560 people died in fatal vehicle crashes in 2018, according to the Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) operated by the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT).

Meanwhile, in California, approximately 3,563 car accident fatalities throughout the state in 2018 alone. Thousands of people must deal with grief and sudden loss in the wake of California’s deadly accidents. These car accidents are caused by various factors, the most common of which are drunk or distracted drivers, people who exceed the speed limit, and drivers who disregard traffic laws in general.

Madera County Wrongful Death Attorney for Victims of Fatal Two-Vehicle Collisions

Suppose you lost a loved one or were seriously injured in a car accident caused by another driver’s carelessness and negligence. In that case, you have the legal right to hold that driver accountable for their actions. A fatal car accident attorney cannot turn back the clock and restore things to their pre-accident state.

We can, however, assist you in obtaining compensation for the terrible, unexpected losses the crash caused in your life. A wrongful death claim will allow the victims to receive financial compensation for their medical bills, funeral expenses, the decedent’s pain and suffering, and loss of companionship.

Arash Law is here to help victims in similar situations get the justice they deserve. We have experienced attorneys and resources to help you win your case. Please contact our offices in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Francisco, Riverside, Orange County, and San Diego for more information and inquiries. You can also call us at (888) 488-1391 to schedule a FREE consultation.