Stockton Car Collision on I-5 Leaves One Hospitalized

Injury Reported in Stockton Car Collision Near Pershing Avenue

A Stockton car collision on northbound I-5 at the Pershing Avenue off-ramp was reported on November 5, at 1:04 p.m. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) swiftly responded to the scene, where they found a Tesla in the number two lane and a Chevy Tahoe in the center divide. The Stockton Fire Department arrived shortly after, finding one vehicle facing the wrong way in lane three. 

Stockton Car Collision May Have Involved Impaired Driving

Fire department medics transported one patient with undisclosed injuries to Lawrence Memorial Hospital. Authorities noted that one of the drivers was possibly under the influence. A tow truck was called for the Tesla, and the CHP traffic collision unit is currently investigating the incident further.

How an Impaired Driver Endangers Others on the Roadway

An impaired driver risks causing a Stockton car accident by reacting slowly to traffic signals and unexpected hazards. They drive erratically, potentially swerving into other lanes or failing to maintain a safe distance from other vehicles. Their impaired judgment increases the likelihood of making dangerous decisions, such as running red lights or speeding, putting everyone around them at risk.

Can Being Injured by an Impaired Driver Affect My Injury Compensation?

Being injured by an impaired driver in a Stockton car crash can impact your injury compensation. California’s personal injury laws allow you to seek compensation for damages when an impaired driver causes an accident. The at-fault party’s DUI can strengthen your claim, highlighting negligent behavior that contributes directly to the accident. 

What Types of Compensation Are Recoverable if an Impaired Driver Caused Your Injuries?

You may qualify for compensation for medical expenses caused by the accident, property damage, lost wages from the inability to work, and possible earned income until retirement age if the accident resulted in permanent disability. Non-economic damages include compensation for pain and suffering. This category consists of the physical trauma the injured person went through. It also includes compensation for emotional trauma, such as nightmares, anxiety, and other psychological problems. 

Furthermore, courts may award additional damages, called punitive in some cases, to punish the impaired driver for their exceptionally poor conduct and deter future behavior of that type. Understanding state laws is crucial, and professional legal assistance can prove invaluable in securing fair compensation.

In this video, attorney Ed Smith provides essential advice on choosing a personal injury lawyer:

Stockton Car Collision Attorney

I’m Ed Smith, and I’m a Stockton car collision attorney. Our experienced injury attorneys offer friendly, free advice if a negligent driver has caused injuries in a San Joaquin County accident. Contact us at (209) 227-1931, toll-free at (800) 404-5400, or use our online form. An experienced attorney will review your case, answer your questions, and explain how to recover compensation.

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