Driver Arrested for DUI After Rollover in Fresno
Officers from the Fresno Police Department (Fresno PD) arrested a driver for felony DUI after a rollover collision in northeast Fresno on the night of Monday, October 19, 2020. A preliminary investigation by Fresno PD revealed that four men were in a Chevrolet Cruze sedan traveling westbound on Ashlan Avenue in the vicinity of Angus Street at approximately 10:30 p.m. The Chevrolet driver was reportedly speeding moments before striking a parked vehicle, causing his car to overturn on impact.
Authorities said the driver and two of three passengers were able to exit the vehicle, but a third passenger was pinned inside. Crews from the Fresno Fire Department were called to the scene to help extricate the man out of the vehicle. He was transported to a hospital for treatment of his injuries and is expected to make a recovery. Further details about the car accident were not immediately available.
Proving Liability in a Rollover Accident
When a rollover accident involves one vehicle, liability may be clear in some instances. The incident may have been the result of driving under the influence, texting while driving, and other negligent actions while behind the wheel. However, other factors may play a role in rollover accidents. Road defects are often to blame for rollovers due to potholes, poorly designed roads, malfunctioning or missing road signs, and more. In such situations, the government entity responsible for the upkeep of the road may be held financially liable for losses incurred. In other cases, an automaker may be found at-fault for exacerbation of catastrophic injuries or wrongful death when the roof of the vehicle involved in the rollover has failed to meet safety guidelines. This is possible so long as a Fresno car accident lawyer can prove that the roof of the car has failed to meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 216 on roof crush resistance.
How a Lawyer Can Help in a Personal Injury Claim
Our team of injury attorneys at our law firm are committed to helping you navigate the personal injury claims process while protecting your best interests. Our goal is to help you recover full and fair compensation for past and future economic and non-economic damages you have suffered, including:
- Past and future medical expenses for treatment related to the car accident
- Past and future lost earnings due to injuries suffered in the crash
- Loss of consortium for the harm a traffic collision has caused upon a marital relationship
- Pain and suffering for the mental pain and physical suffering an injured party has experienced as a result of an accident
Our law firm consults with experts in the industry, including medical specialists, accident reconstruction experts, and economists, to determine the amount of financial compensation you need now and in the future. This way, we can build a strong case for a full and fair personal injury settlement from the insurance company representing the at-fault party. For details on the types of factors that may affect a personal injury claim and its value, watch the video below by our injury lawyers.
Is There Enough Insurance to Cover a DUI Rollover Accident in Fresno?
When a driver causes a single-vehicle accident and carries little to no insurance, the chances of personal injury recovery are not lost for injured passengers. Our Fresno car accident lawyers are available to assist passengers injured in crashes by filing an uninsured/underinsured motorist claim under their policy. Our top priority as injury attorneys is to assist the injured by getting their lives back on track and determining the best course of action to maximize their options for recovery.
Car Accident Lawyer in Fresno
I’m Ed Smith, a Fresno car accident lawyer. A motor vehicle collision can change the lives of those involved in just seconds. If you or a family member was severely hurt in a car accident caused by another driver, our team of injury attorneys can help. Contact our law firm to set up a consultation for free, friendly legal advice on how to move forward with a personal injury claim at (559) 377-7676 or toll-free at (800) 404-5400 today.
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