State Route 99 Accident Causes a Pickup to Exit the Road and Overturn
A traffic crash in Elk Grove occurred on May 14 that resulted in an overturned vehicle. The accident was reported by the California Highway Patrol (CHP) around 8:21 in the evening along northbound SR 99 just north of the eastbound Laguna Boulevard on-ramp. It involved a Nissan minivan and a Chevy pickup and may have included a Ford Mustang.
Another Damaged Vehicle Discovered Near the Traffic Crash Site
According to the incident report, the Chevy pickup crashed into a fence along the right-hand side and overturned in a ditch about 20 feet off the roadway. A tow truck was called to the scene to bring the pickup back up onto the road. An older Ford Mustang was discovered on the Laguna off-ramp with front-end damage, and the driver had exited their vehicle and was looking at the overturned pickup.
Investigation Being Conducted Into Cause of Traffic Crash
At the time of this report, it is uncertain whether the Mustang was involved in the collision or just a bystander. No data was provided about serious injuries. An investigation is ongoing into the cause of the collision.
Dangers of a Rollover
Rollovers are one of the most dangerous types of traffic collisions. This is because, in the process of rolling over, occupants inside are thrown around, the seat belt may break, and the airbags deflate. A rollover dramatically increases the risk of a traumatic brain injury or spinal cord damage as well as broken bones.
Rollovers Resulting in Roof Crush
Another danger in a rollover is roof crush. This occurs when the roof of the vehicle doesn’t have strong enough support to prevent this from happening. Although manufacturers are required to provide roof strength in vehicles that is 3.5 times the car’s weight, it doesn’t always happen. This cost and time-saving factor can end up causing traumatic injuries or fatalities.
Liability in a Roof Crush Accident
When a vehicle overturns and the roof crushes in on the occupants, the injured parties may be able to file a claim for compensation. The manufacturer and designer of the vehicle as well as others may be liable for damages by filing an auto product liability lawsuit. Preserving a vehicle following a rollover or roof crush injury enables our engineers to collect evidence to support a client’s claim.
Placing a Compensation Claim Following a Traffic Crash Injury
Our injury attorneys have successfully handled many car accidents over the years and know how to build a strong case to support your injury claim. Areas where an injured party can recover damages include:
- All medical costs associated with the accident, such as ambulance fees, hospitalization, surgeries, physician bills, medications and rehabilitation.
- Future medical expenses if the injury/injuries are expected to continue into the future. Your injury lawyer can factor those costs into the settlement.
- Lost wages from the inability to work. This compensation can also include bonuses or other monies the individual would have normally earned.
- Pain and suffering are recoverable.
- Compensation for scarring or disfigurement can be recovered.
- Loss of consortium and the love and affection between spouses can be recovered.
Elk Grove Car Accident Lawyer
I am Ed Smith, an Elk Grove car accident lawyer. Sorting out a traffic crash and who is at fault for your accident injuries can be complicated. This is why the advice of a personal injury lawyer can help. Give me a call at (916) 694-0002 or (800) 404-5400 if you would like my free and friendly advice. I can answer your questions, tell you whether you have a case, and show you what options are available to recover compensation. You can also reach me online.
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