STANISLAUS COUNTY, CA (NOVEMBER 18, 2023): One person was injured in an unfortunate a train accident at a crossing in Stanislaus County on Friday.
According to the Modesto Police Department, the incident happened early on Friday, November 17th, at around 3:30 a.m. Authorities received reports of a collision involving a vehicle and a train in the area of Sant Fe Avenue and Yosemite Boulevard. Modesto police arrived shortly after, discovering signs of a serious accident at the intersection.
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Emergency personnel including paramedics also arrived on the scene, and rendered first aid to one person who was occupying the vehicle struck by the train. Their exact injuries were not reported.
Other people were occupying the vehicle at the time of the collision, but reportedly left the area and consequently were not treated for any injuries.
Fire crew that arrived on scene report that the vehicle attempted to beat the train as it passed through the intersection, but was unsuccessful. It is unclear if the victim was operating the vehicle or a passenger.
Thankfully, the victim is reported to have non life-threatening complications.
The Modesto Police Department will continue to investigate this train accident in Stanislaus County.
Liability In Stanislaus County Car Accidents
Despite improved safety measures for cars, motor vehicle accidents remain one of the leading causes of serious injury and death in the United States. According to the CDC, “more than 32,000 people are killed and 2 million are injured each year from motor vehicle crashes.” There are a number of factors that could potentially contribute to a car accident including:
- Speeding
- Distracted driving
- Inclement weather
- Dangerous turns
- Poorly designed roadways
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid causing accidents. This is especially true for commercial drivers that work for a city. A number of collisions are due to drivers that make dangerous left turns. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code 21801, the driver of any vehicle intending to turn left must yield the right of way traveling from the opposite direction close enough to pose a hazard.
If a negligent driver worked for a city, that city could potentially be liable in the event of an accident. Generally speaking, employers are vicariously liable for the negligent actions of their employees – insofar as those employees were working within the course and scope of their job duties. There are a number of steps that should be taken after a car accident.
- Photos of the accident site should be taken.
- Surveillance footage should be sought.
- Medical records should be preserved.
- Eye witnesses should be interviewed.
- A thorough independent investigation should be conducted.
The family of any victim that has died in a car accident may have legal recourse through a bodily injury claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and funeral expenses. It is essential that evidence is properly preserved after a car accident. A car accident attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A Stanislaus County Train Accident
We at Accident News Now extend our well wishes to the individual injured in this accident, and hope for a speedy recovery. Any person that may have information about what happened should reach out to the police. A thorough investigation must be conducted for the sake of all who have lost so much.
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