An accident in Ceres has resulted in fatal injuries to two local residents. The head-on crash was an example of why these types of collisions are one of the deadliest forms of accident. Learn about the local crash below, as well as common causes of head-on collisions, and contact a seasoned Stockton personal injury attorney with any questions you may have about your rights after a head-on crash.
Early-morning accident on East Hatch Road
The recent accident in Ceres occurred at approximately 2:00 am on Monday, February 12. A 28-year-old Modesto man was driving a 2003 Honda Accord west on East Hatch Road between Richland and Central Avenues as a 65-year-old woman from Ceres was driving a Jeep Sport nearby in the opposite direction. For reasons that local law enforcement are still attempting to learn, the driver of the Accord swerved into the eastbound lane of traffic, colliding head-on with the Jeep. Both drivers were declared dead at the scene of the accident. They were each the only occupants of their vehicles at the time of the crash.
Head-on Collisions hold a high risk of injury
Head-on crashes are an uncommon form of accident but are more likely than most to result in fatal injuries. Experts estimate that about 2% of all motor vehicle accidents are head-on collisions, but these accidents are responsible for about 10% of all traffic deaths each year. Some of the most common causes of drivers swerving into oncoming traffic and causing head-on collisions are examples of extreme negligence. These common causes include:
- Driving drunk or while using other intoxicating substances
- Driving while texting
- Drowsy driving
- Taking turns at speeds above the posted limit
- Passing cars in a no-passing zone
Evidence of these causes can provide strong support for head-on collision victims in their claim for money damages after an accident. Other common causes of head-on collisions include poor conditions on the roadway, causing a driver to have to swerve into opposing lanes of traffic to avoid potholes or other hazards. Insufficient signage, such as signs warning of sharp turns in the road ahead, can also result in head-on crashes. These causes could support a claim against local government entities for their negligence in providing safe signage and adequate roadway maintenance.
If you’ve been injured in a head-on crash in California and want dedicated, effective, and seasoned legal assistance on your side to fight for the damages you’re owed, contact the Stockton personal injury lawyers at Redkey Gordon Law Corp for a free consultation at 209-267-1685.