Wrong-Way Accident Near Antioch Occurs on Highway 4
Two fatalities were reported on February 10 in a wrong-way accident near Antioch. The collision happened along Highway 4 near Lone Tree Way at about 4:30 a.m., according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP). The police report stated that a Scion was going west in Highway 4’s eastbound lanes when it crashed into a Mazda headed east.
Determination Being Made for Cause of Wrong-Way Accident Near Antioch
Both of the drivers died in the accident. It is unknown if drugs or alcohol factored into the cause of the collision. An investigation is underway by CHP traffic crash detectives to determine why the accident occurred.
Determining Fault in a Wrong-Way Accident Near Antioch
Wrong-way accidents are almost all caused by negligence by one of the drivers. Common causes include:
- Drunk driving is a significant cause of wrong-way accidents because drivers cannot control their vehicles.
- Fatigued driving can cause an accident when the driver falls asleep at the wheel and drifts into the opposing lane.
- Distracted driving because the motorist is texting or performing another activity instead of concentrating on the road can lead to a wrong-way accident near Antioch.
- Speeding can cause a driver to lose control and end up in the oncoming lane, causing a collision.
- Misplaced signs on a roadway can cause a driver to enter the highway in the wrong direction. The government entity charged with signage may be liable. Because you have only six months to file a government claim, contacting an injury lawyer might help.
Proving Your Injury Claim
If a negligent driver caused your accident, an injury lawyer can gather the evidence needed to prove your claim in addition to police records. Our investigators go to the accident scene, take photos, and collect any evidence found there. They examine the police report for errors and interview witnesses. In addition, they searched for area surveillance cameras and performed accident reconstruction. Once the investigation is complete, our lawyers use the evidence to construct a strong compensation case.
Recoverable Compensation in a Car Accident Claim
When someone is injured in a car accident caused by a negligent driver, they can recover the following in compensation:
- Medical expenses caused by the accident are recovered. The fees may include hospitalization, ambulance, physician bills, testing, surgeries, and rehabilitation.
- Recoverable wages include those the injured party lost because they could not work. Wages also include regular job perks, such as insurance and pension benefits.
- Pain and suffering include both the physical and emotional aspects of the injury. Many people suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder after an accident. The treatment of emotional problems caused by an accident is recoverable.
In the following video, accident attorney Ed Smith explains wrongful death claims:
Antioch Wrongful Death Attorney
I am Ed Smith, an Antioch wrongful death lawyer. Your family may recover compensation for the death of their loved one by filing a wrongful death claim. Our injury lawyers offer free and friendly advice and a case review at no charge when you call us at either (925) 428-5220 or (800) 404-5400. You also have the option of contacting us online.
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