Redwood City, CA (August 28, 2023) A collision and a rollover crash happened on Sunday morning, leaving 1 person dead. The Redwood City California Highway Patrol said the accident happened near the State Route 92 overpass.
A 39-year-old woman from San Francisco was driving a black 2020 Volkswagen on south Interstate 280 around 2:53 a.m. She made a sudden left turn which caused the car to swerve off the roadway and hit a concrete pillar. The car then hit a metal guardrail and rolled before coming to a stop between the southbound lanes no.1 and no. 2.
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A 31-year-old San Jose resident was driving a 2013 Honda south on 280 in the number 1 lane at approximately 75 mph. It slammed into the Volkswagen that had just crashed. The driver and the passenger of the Honda both exited their car.
Multiple 911 calls came in about the accident. Medical personnel as well as units from the Redwood City California Highway Patrol responded. The driver of the Volkswagen was declared dead at the scene. It is unknown at this point if she was under any influence of drugs or alcohol.
The Honda driver was not under the influence and cleared by officers. The passenger in his vehicle, also 31 years old, was transported to Stanford Hospital for treatment of injuries he received during the collision.
Liability In Redwood 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 Redwood City Car Accident
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of the woman killed in this collision. 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.
Do you need more information about a Redwood City car accident? Our team of personal injury lawyers are here to answer any questions that you may have. We care deeply that accident victims are aware of their rights and that negligent drivers are held to account for their actions. Whether you just have legal questions or need a free, independent investigation into an accident we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (844) 966-0965.
