One Person Died, One Injured In Jamestown Collision on Highway 101
JAMESTOWN, CALIFORNIA (March 20, 2023) – One person was killed and another person was injured in a Jamestown car accident on Highway 101 east of La Grange Road.
Jamestown police officials are saying that the collision took place around 9:10 a.m. on Thursday. A tow truck was involved in a collision with a Honda.
Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help all of the victims. Sadly, one person died due to their injuries and another person was taken to the hospital.
A full investigation into the collision remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For Jamestown Car Accidents
Speed remains one of the most common causes of car accidents in the United States. According to the NHTSA, “More than 11,000 people were killed in speed-related crashes in 2020 – a 17% increase from 2019. While drivers of all ages are represented in speeding-related crashes, data shows about 25% of drivers 18-44 involved in fatal crashes were speeding, and young men are the most likely to be speeding at the time of fatal crashes.” Victims of car accidents tend to suffer very serious and costly injuries including:
- Broken bones
- Head injuries
- Lacerations
- Spinal cord injuries
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid collisions. If a driver fails to slow down to avoid causing an accident, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. The family of any person that died in a car accident may have legal recourse through a wrongful death claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. A wrongful death attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A California Car Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our deepest condolences to the family of the person who died in this collision. It is our sincere hope that the other person will be able to recover from their injuries. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to police.
Do you need more information about a Jamestown car accident? Our team of consumer safety advocates are here for you. We care deeply that accident victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of support after a collision we are here (888) 441-4991.
