Sometimes, a vehicle will end up in the opposite lane on a highway due to a factor out of the driver's control, such as mechanical failure or impact from another vehicle. Some California drivers may have encountered such an experience. Likely, though, most often in this type of situation, the driver is at fault. He or she may have been under the influence of drugs or alcohol or distracted by a cellphone, for example. Whatever the reason, wrong-way drivers can cause car accidents, often involving at least one fatality, as was the case recently in West Los Angeles.
Car accidents involving motorcycles often end with fatality
California residents who carry a driver's license know that with this privilege comes a great responsibility to obey traffic laws, avoid alcohol and drugs before driving and minimize distractions in the vehicle. One could add to this list the expectation that anyone involved in a collision will remain at the scene and be accountable for any part they have played in the incident. Most people probably have difficulty understanding car accidents in which the driver who is likely responsible flees from the scene, but unfortunately, this type of situation does occur.
California car accidents: Driver runs red light, 1 person dead
All California residents who have operated a motor vehicle, and even those who have not, understand the need to act responsibly while behind the wheel as well as prior to driving. They understand that car accidents can happen from failing to do so, often leading to serious consequences, and sometimes including fatalities. However, despite the ubiquitous messages telling people about the dangers of combining alcohol or drugs with driving, some people continue to make irresponsible decisions that put their own and the lives of others at risk. This seems to have been the case when one person was killed and two others injured after a driver ran a red light.
California car accidents: Head-on crash kills both drivers
Some drivers understand the anxiety felt when another vehicle is headed toward them in the same lane and they are unsure whether a collision can be avoided. Many times, a tragedy is averted, but unfortunately, car accidents sometimes result from this type of situation. Often, the people involved do not survive the tremendous impact of such a crash. This was the case when two people were killed in a head-on collision on Interstate 5 near Carlsbad.
Alcohol suspected in fatal California car accident
The potential consequences of drinking and driving are well-publicized. Despite this, people in California and across the country continue to risk people's lives and well-being by getting behind the wheel after consuming alcohol. In fact, a recent car accident resulted in the death of a driver in addition to forcing two others to seek hospital treatment.
Car accidents: Case over crash with California deputy settled
People in California and across the country expect that when they need help, law enforcement officers will respond and help them. However, a recent lawsuit addresses the question of what will happen if law enforcement officers' negligence results in car accidents that harm others. As a result of the lawsuit, one county has agreed to pay a family $25 million.
Charges expected following fatal California car accident
Drivers in California are, for the most part, dedicated to protecting both their safety as well as the safety of others. As such, they choose to follow all traffic safety laws and abstain from drinking and driving. Unfortunately, evenn the most safety-conscious drivers cannot always respond in time to the negligent actions of others. In fact, a man in California is expected to face criminal charges following a recent fatal car accident.
Arrest made in California car accident that killed child
Most people in California are aware that they could potentially be putting their lives at risk every time they get behind the wheel of a vehicle. While they can potentially reduce their chances of such an outcome by ensuring that they follow all traffic laws and safety recommendations, drivers sometimes find themselves unable to properly respond to the negligent acts of others they may encounter. In fact, police believe failure to obey traffic laws was the cause of a recent fatal car accident.
Police: Speed a factor in California car accident that injured 8
For many people, an afternoon meal on a weekend is a time of relaxation as people gear up for the next week and unwind from the last. Unfortunately, a meal out at a Thai restaurant turned into a nightmare in California. Police say that a car accident sent two vehicles crashing into the restaurant.
Child suffers critical injuries in California pedestrian accident
Most pedestrians know of the potential dangers that they could experience while walking on or near California roads. As such, they often go to great lengths to protect themselves, including ensuring that they only cross streets at designated crosswalks when a pedestrian light indicates it is time to cross. Unfortunately, even then a pedestrian accident can occur when drivers in the area fail to obey traffic signs.
