[06-15-2021] Mendocino County, CA – One Person Killed After a Fatal Head-On Collision in Hopland

One unidentified person was killed after a deadly head-on collision in Hopland on Tuesday morning, June 15.

The fatal two-vehicle crash transpired at approximately 7:30 a.m. on the northbound side of Highway 101, just south of Frog Woman Rock in Hopland.

A big rig and a motorhome reportedly collided on the highway under unclear circumstances. How the collision occurred, and the reason why it happened have not been established.

The big rig went down into an embankment in the dry riverbed next to the Russian River after the crash. One person was killed as a result of the collision. The identities of the involved parties have not been disclosed.

Additional details about the accident are unavailable at the moment. The California Highway Patrol is currently investigating the case.

Fatal Head-On Collision Statistics

When two vehicles collide directly with each other while traveling in opposite directions, it is a head-on collision. Even at slow speeds, these accidents can cause severe injuries and even death.

Head-on collisions commonly occur in a traffic light, stop sign, or blind intersections and on freeways. Head-on crashes at intersections happen when drivers disregard traffic laws and signals, such as red lights, stop signs, or yield signs. Head-on collisions are accidents that involve extreme force. As a result, there is a lot of energy generated by head-on collisions. In turn, this increased energy means that injuries are more likely to be fatal in this type of crash.

Although head-on collisions only represent 2 percent of accidents, they account for 10 percent of fatalities on U.S. roadways. In this case, a big rig was involved in the collision, making the accident even deadlier. It’s mainly because of the considerable size difference big rigs have compared to regular vehicles. A fully loaded big rig needs as much as 20 to 40 percent more stopping distance.

Mendocino County Wrongful Death Attorney for Victims of Fatal Head-On Collisions

Suddenly losing a loved one due to a fatal head-on collision can be overwhelming. While the official investigation is ongoing, the victim’s family is entitled to pursue a wrongful death claim with their attorney’s help.

California law also allows surviving spouses to sue for loss of consortium. The phrase “loss of consortium” refers to the emotional losses one suffers due to the untimely death of a spouse. It covers the pain associated with the loss of affection, comfort, love, and even the loss of sexual relations.

If you’ve been injured or affected by a tragic traffic accident, Arash law is here to assist you. Our firm has decades of experience throughout California and has secured million-dollar settlements and verdicts for our clients. You can visit our offices in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Francisco, Riverside, Orange County, and San Diego. You may also contact us at (888) 488-1391 for a FREE Consultation.