Fatal Head-On Crash Near Elverta Reported

Riego Road Site of Fatal Head-On Crash

A fatal head-on crash occurred northwest of Elverta on April 25. The accident happened around 3:00 p.m. along westbound Riego Road just east of Pacific Avenue. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reported that a Ford F-350 pickup towing a trailer with a Bobcat skid-steer loader collided with a Toyota Camry. 

Police Determining Fault in Fatal Head-On Crash

The entire roadway was blocked by the collision. One person had to be extricated by firefighters. Both vehicles were towed as evidence. The Sacramento County Coroner’s office will release the deceased’s name once the family has received notification. The CHP traffic crash unit is investigating the cause of the collision.

Causes of a Two-Vehicle Accident

Several factors can lead to a fatal head-on crash, including:

• Driver negligence: The majority of accidents result from drivers being negligent. Accidents can happen when drivers get distracted by their cell phones, ignore traffic signals and signs, drive recklessly, exceed speed limits, use alcohol or drugs, or fail to follow traffic laws.
• Inexperience and impairment: Collisions between two vehicles can also occur due to inexperienced or impaired drivers lacking the necessary judgment or reflexes to drive their vehicles safely.
• Auto defects: Mechanical failures often cause two-vehicle accidents near Woodland. Brake and steering systems failing in an emergency can lead to accidents. Retaining a vehicle after an accident allows for the examination of defects that might have contributed to the crash. In these cases, an auto product liability lawsuit can make the manufacturer and others responsible.
• Government negligence: The condition and maintenance of the roadway play a crucial role in safe driving. Poor road conditions, such as potholes and pavement upheavals, can cause a vehicle to lose control. An agency responsible for road maintenance can be liable. Given the six-month deadline to file a claim, it’s advisable to hire an accident attorney for assistance.

Wrongful Death Claim Recoverable Losses

An administrator of the estate or immediate family members, such as spouses and children of the deceased, typically initiate a wrongful death action after a fatal head-on crash. Parents and siblings may also file a claim if the deceased had no spouse or children. Claimants must choose one of the two options. The types of compensation available can vary, but may include:

• Funeral and cremation or burial expenses are recoverable.
• Recovery of the decedent’s potential earnings up to retirement age, including pensions, insurance, bonuses, and other benefits previously provided by their employment.
• Compensation is available for the surviving spouse’s loss of consortium, including support, love, and companionship.
• Children, adopted or biological, who relied on the decedent for nurturing and financial support, are eligible for compensation.
• Stepchildren who depended on the decedent for at least 50 percent of their financial support may join the lawsuit.
• Claims may be made for lost inheritance.
• The cost of hiring someone to perform regular household tasks, such as childcare or lawn maintenance, due to the decedent’s absence, is recoverable.

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Elverta Wrongful Death Attorney

I am Ed Smith, an Elverta wrongful death attorney. If negligence by another driver caused your loved one’s fatal accident, you might have a case for filing a wrongful death claim to seek compensation. Feel free to contact us for our no-obligation, free and friendly advice at (916) 921-6400, or toll-free at (800) 404-5400. You can also message us online. 

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