HOMELAND, CA (August 29, 2022) – A 67-year-old man was killed in a collision on Highway 74 in Homeland when he pulled in front of a pickup that had the right of way, the California Highway Patrol said today.
The fatal crash occurred about 2:20 p.m. Sunday on the 74 at Sultanas Road, according to Officer Mike Lassig.
He said the victim, identified only as a Homeland resident, was at the wheel of a 2011 Toyota Tacoma pickup going northbound on Sultanas when he came to a stop where the two-lane road meets the two-lane highway.
Lassig said the driver of a 1999 Ford F-250 pickup was going eastbound on the 74, towing a trailer and traveling roughly 45 mph, when the Tacoma driver “pulled directly in front of him.”
“The F-250’s front end impacted the Tacoma’s (driver’s) side, in a broadside manner, causing major damage,” the CHP spokesman said.
Riverside County Fire Department crews reached the location within a few minutes and extricated the Tacoma driver, who was pronounced dead at the scene.
The man at the wheel of the F-250, identified only as a 44-year-old Hemet resident, was not injured, according to Lassig.
There were no other occupants in either vehicle.
Officers questioned the Ford driver, who was not arrested.
The investigation is ongoing, Lassig said.
[via City News Service]
Liability In Homeland 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 Highway 74 Homeland Car Accident
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of Jeremy Page and Josh Page. 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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