David Gallow Injured In Corning Car Accident Involving Pickup Truck On South Avenue
CORNING, CALIFORNIA (June 3, 2022) – A man from Corning identified as David Gallow was injured in a car accident with a pickup truck on South Avenue.
Tehama County officials are saying that the accident took place around 2:40 a.m. on Thursday. David Gallow was in a Mercedes that was coming to a stop when he was struck by a Dodge Ram pickup truck.
Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help the victim. David Gallow was taken to the St. Elizabeth Community Hospital for treatment.
A full investigation into the corning pickup truck accident remains ongoing at this time.
Liability In Corning Car Accidents
Car accidents remain one of the leading causes of serious injury and death in the united states. According to the Centers for Disease Control, more than 35,000 people are killed every year in car accidents. Another 2,000,000 are left with serious injuries. More than 1 in 3 car accident fatalities involve a drunk driver. There are many other factors that could potentially contribute to a car accident.
- Car accidents are more likely to occur when drivers are speeding.
- Car accidents are more likely to occur when drivers are fatigued.
- Car accidents take place more often during the late evening hours when visibility is reduced.
All drivers must exercise due care in order to avoid collisions. This includes scanning the road ahead of them. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code 21703, the driver of any vehicle must not follow another vehicle more closely than is reasonable and prudent given the prevailing conditions of the roadway. Nor shall any driver operate their vehicle in excess of what would be reasonable or safe for the condition of the roadway, according to California Vehicle Code 22350. There is a rebuttable presumption of negligence on the part of any driver that rear-ends another motorist in their own lane.
Pickup trucks are used for many commercial purposes such as landscaping and construction. If the driver of a pickup truck was working at the time of a collision, the company that they were working for could be held at fault. In general, employers are vicariously liable for the negligent actions of their employees performing their job duties. For example, a pickup truck driver may have been delivering work material at the time of a collision. There are a number of steps that should be taken after any collision.
- The employment status of the pickup truck driver should be determined.
- Pictures of the accident site should be taken.
- Surveillance footage should be sought.
- Medical records should be preserved.
Trucks that are used for commercial purposes will typically need to carry at least $750,000 worth of liability coverage. Any person that is injured in a car accident may have legal recourse through a bodily injury claim. Damages can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. Many victims may not realize the full extent of their injuries until several weeks or months after a collision. A personal injury attorney can examine the unique facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A Corning Car Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our best wishes to David Gallow as he continues to recover. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to police. There needs to be a thorough investigation for the sake of the victim.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Corning car accident? Our team of consumer safety advocates are here to answer any questions that you may have. We are committed to helping accident victims get the medical and financial support that they need in order to recover. Whether you just have legal questions or need a free, independent investigation into an accident we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
