Modesto County Fatal Crash Claims One Life and Causes Injuries

Highway 132 Involves Multiple Vehicles in Modesto County Fatal Crash

A Modesto County fatal crash occurred on Highway 132 on September 21, resulting in the death of a 26-year-old man and leaving multiple people injured, including an 11-month-old infant. The incident, which unfolded just before 1:00 p.m. east of South River Road near Vernalis, involved five vehicles, according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP).

Modesto County Fatal Crash Involved Five Vehicles

Preliminary investigations by CHP reveal that the tragedy began when the 26-year-old driver of a Honda sedan, traveling eastbound, inexplicably crossed the double yellow lines. This maneuver led to a sideswipe with a Honda SUV, colliding head-on with a Toyota sedan. Yet another driver applied their brakes to avoid the chaos, only to be rear-ended by a fifth vehicle.

Child Suffers Significant Injuries in Modesto County Fatal Crash

The young child, an occupant of the Toyota, was transported by air ambulance to UC Davis Medical Center, given the severity of their injuries. Fortunately, others involved only suffered minor injuries. In the aftermath, Highway 132 remained closed to traffic as authorities conducted their investigation, reopening at 3:10 p.m. As of now, it remains unclear whether alcohol or drugs played a role in this tragic event. The CHP traffic accident unit determines the fault in the collision and how it occurred.

Compensation in Wrongful Death Cases

In wrongful death claims, families may be entitled to recover various types of compensation if the Modesto County fatal crash resulted from another’s negligent actions. The types of damages that may be awarded include:

• Compensation for the surviving spouse for losing consortium, love, and affection.
• Recovery for the loss of guidance and nurturing that the children experience.
• Costs associated with the funeral and burial or cremation services for their loved one.
• Wages that the deceased party would have earned until retirement, along with any associated benefits like insurance or pension.
• Potential recovery for inheritance losses in specific situations.
• Compensation for loss of household assistance may include expenses for childcare, cooking, tax preparation, auto/lawn care, and more, as these duties may need to be outsourced.

In the subsequent video, accident attorney Ed Smith discusses the concept of wrongful death claims:

Modesto Legal Assistance for Wrongful Death

I’m Ed Smith, and I am a Modesto wrongful death lawyer. If you’ve lost a loved one due to negligence or intentional actions, a wrongful death claim may offer your family a path to recovering damages. Our experienced accident attorneys provide free and friendly guidance by calling (209) 227-1931. You can also reach out to us by completing our online form or dialing (800) 404-5400. Take advantage of our free consultation to get answers to your questions and explore your options for pursuing compensation.

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