Needles, CA (December 29, 2023) 61-year-old Anthony Miller, of Desert Hot Springs, was killed in a 2-vehicle collision involving a semi-truck in Needles. The accident occurred on US Route 95 in San Bernardino County. The fatal crash happened just after 8:30 a.m. the California Highway Patrol said.
The crash occurred between a Ford F-250 pick up truck and a semi-truck, authorities said. Both vehicles ended up blocking the roadway following the collision. California Highway Patrol Officers had to close a section of US Route 95 and redirect traffic away from the scene.
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Paramedics arrived at the scene ready to help anyone who needed it. Unfortunately, Anthony Miller received life-threatening injuries in the accident and was pronounced dead at the scene. It is still unknown if anyone else was injured in this accident.
Crews worked to quickly clean the debris and glass from the roadway at the scene. Both of the vehicles involved had to be towed from the scene because of the amount of damage they sustained in the crash.
Authorities reported that traffic investigators are working to determine what exactly caused this deadly crash on US Route 95 and who was at fault. No other specific details regarding this collision have been released at this time. Officers hope to gain answers to this tragedy in Needles soon.
Liability In Needles 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 Needles Car Accident
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of Anthony Miller during this time of loss. 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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