Sacramento Reckless Driver
On November 24, 2018, a Sacramento reckless driver was involved in a collision with multiple vehicles along westbound Interstate 80 and then stopped the vehicle in the middle of the Bryte Bend Bridge. According to the police report, five vehicles were involved in the incident, and there were multiple reports about the reckless driver that were called into police before the accident happened. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) will be investigating to determine what caused the crash. It is unknown whether alcohol or drugs was a factor in the accident as of this report.
Sacramento Reckless Driver Accident Details
The accident happened at about noon when the driver of a Honda Civic was reported by a caller as driving recklessly and experiencing near misses with other vehicles on the road. Another called from westbound I-80 just east of Reed to say the driver’s vehicle had crashed into the center divide and continued on. A third caller said the vehicle was all over the road. A few minutes later, it was reported that the driver’s vehicle was blocking traffic and had stopped in the middle of the bridge in the number two lane. That caller also said that the driver appeared to be passing out just before the traffic collision with the center divide.
Sacramento Reckless Driver Attempts to Leave
The driver apparently tried to restart the engine of the vehicle while on the bridge but then appeared to be asleep. Sacramento Fire Department personnel, along with paramedics and an ambulance, were called to the scene to deal with the situation. No further information has been released on the vehicle’s driver or any others who might have been injured.
The Causes of a Sacramento Reckless Driver
Driving recklessly is a major violation, which endangers the lives of others on the road as well as passengers in the driver’s vehicle. Some examples of reckless driving that are exhibited by drivers include:
- Running a stop light or sign
- Speeding fast enough above the limit that it endangers others
- Weaving in and out of traffic
- Drunk driving or being under the influence of drugs, whether prescription, over-the-counter or illegal types
- Not ceding the right of way
- Passing on a double yellow line on two-lane highways
- Driving while distracted such as talking or texting on a cell phone
- Racing
- Disregarding stopped school buses
Compensation for a Sacramento Reckless Driver Accident
A reckless driver can be a major cause of accidents and can end up causing serious injuries to others when an accident is a result. A seasoned car accident lawyer can help recover fair compensation for injuries when they have been caused by the negligence of another. This is done by gathering all the evidence and building a strong case, which can help with negotiations with an insurance company, or in some cases, through a civil court case.
Sacramento Car Accident Lawyer
I’m Ed Smith, a Sacramento car accident lawyer. When you or your family member has been injured in a motor vehicle accident, you may be able to obtain compensation to pay medical bills, time away from work and other expenses. For free and friendly advice, contact me at (916) 921-6400. I can also be reached at (800) 404-5400 if you are elsewhere in the Northern California area, or you can access my online contact page.
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