[11-09-20] San Joaquin County, CA – CHP Officer Injured After a Multi-Vehicle Crash in Stockton

A California Highway Patrol (CHP) officer was injured after a multi-vehicle traffic accident in Stockton on Monday afternoon, November 9.

The accident occurred at 12:15 p.m. on Highway 99, just south of Arch Road. The officer was reportedly behind the metal guard rail on the highway holding a radar gun when two cars suddenly braked.

A Honda Civic was initially heading northbound on Highway 99 when it started veering for unexplained reasons. It then hit the center divider, and then went to the right and hit a Toyota Highlander in the next lane.

Due to the severity of the impact, it sent the Toyota toward the guardrail and into the CHP motorcycle that was stopped on the right-hand shoulder.

Both the CHP officer and the Toyota driver were injured, he was transported to an area hospital. Their condition has not been disclosed.

Drugs and alcohol were not considered as factors in the accident.

Multi-Vehicle Crash Investigation is Underway 

The California Highway Patrol is currently investigating the case. They will attempt to determine the factors that affected the crash.

When three or more cars collide on the roadway, it is considered a multi-vehicle collision. This type of car accident is commonly caused by a “chain reaction,” when one car bumps into another, which causes the other to hit the next vehicle.

Multi-vehicle collisions are commonly caused by drunk driving, speeding, and distracted driving. It can be quite challenging to pinpoint liability during a multi-vehicle collision investigation, which is why it is essential to hire an experienced Santa Joaquin County personal injury attorney to conduct an independent investigation.

Attorneys can re-interview important witnesses, review relevant surveillance footage from the scene, and obtain the responsible party’s phone and texting records.

I WAS IN AN ACCIDENT

San Joaquin Personal Injury Attorney for Victims of Multi-Vehicle Crashes 

Dealing with injuries caused by a multi-vehicle traffic collision can be quite challenging as it can potentially affect all aspects of life, such as family, work, and finances.

Pending the official investigation results, the victims are encouraged to pursue a personal injury claim with their attorney’s help. Through the personal injury claim, the victim’s family can seek financial compensation for the damages such as loss of income, pain, and suffering, and emotional trauma that the accident has caused them.

If you have a nagging suspicion that someone is to blame for the death of your spouse or family member, contact Arash Law. We have the resources you need to pursue justice for wrongful death and the experience to ensure that you get fair compensation. We’re conveniently located throughout California, with offices in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Francisco, Riverside, Orange County, and San Diego, and are happy to visit you at your home or office. Call (888) 488-1391 for a FREE Consultation with a personal injury attorney in California.