CALIFORNIA CITY, CA (October 5, 2022) – Two drivers were killed in a head-on collision in California City on Saturday, October 1.
The accident occurred at around 6:20 p.m. on California City Boulevard and Yerba Boulevard according to California City police officers.
Officers arrived to find a 2017 Chevrolet and a 2021 Toyota involved in the head-on collision, with both of its drivers pronounced dead on the scene, according to Bakersfield Now.
A third occupant was suffering from injuries and taken to a nearby hospital. The occupant’s identity, or which vehicle they were in, is still unknown.
California City police officers are still investigating the crash, and it is unknown whether drugs or alcohol were factors in this case. Anyone who may have more information on this collision is encouraged to call California City police at (760) 373-8606.
We will update this story with more information when it becomes available to us.
Liability In California City 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 California City Head-On Collision
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the families of the motorists who were tragically killed in this collision, and we wish the injured passenger 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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