Palm Springs, CA (December 6, 2023) 59-year-old Anna Rodriguez from Desert Hot Springs was involved in a collision that left her and two others, Chance Sistrunk and Christina Layden, injured. The accident occurred in Palm Springs on State Route 247 just after 6:45 a.m. on Tuesday, December 5th, authorities said.
Michael Radford, California Highway Patrol Public Information Officer, said the crash involved two vehicles, a 2013 Mini Cooper and a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu. Rodriguez was heading north on State Route 247 and 27-year-old Chance Sistrunk was driving south, with Layden (Both from McAlester, Oklahoma) as a passenger. Rodriguez drifted over the double yellow lines and hit the Chevy Malibu, according to authorities.
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Police officers and paramedics arrived at the scene and found all three people with major injuries. They were all taken to the Desert Regional Medical Center to receive treatment for their injuries. Officers do not believe drugs or alcohol were factors in this collision, Officer Michael Radford said.
Tow trucks were called to remove both vehicles, which were badly damaged in the crash. Crews had to clean glass and debris from the roadway as well. Officers conducted an investigation to try and determine exactly what happened on Highway 247 in Flamingo Heights, in Palm Springs.
Liability In Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs Car Accident
We at Accident News Now extend well wishes to Chance Sistrunk, Christina Layden and Anna Rodriguez as they recover from this accident. 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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