Wrong Way Collision Leads to Fatal Injury in the City of Fontana

Each year, thousands of people are injured in car accidents caused by negligence. The California Office of Traffic Safety reports that in 2018, there were a total of 3,563 fatal traffic accidents in the state. Injured victims who are fortunate to survive a car accident will often lead debilitating lives afflicted with trauma, physical pain, and financial difficulty.

According to a report published by the National Transportation Safety Board, wrong-way collisions are some of the most serious forms of highway accidents. The agency reports that wrong-way driving is defined as traveling in the direction opposing the legal flow of traffic, and will usually occur on high-speed divided highways. Although these accidents merely make up about 3 percent of traffic accidents, they are 27 times more likely to result in fatal injuries when compared to other types of traffic accidents.

Earlier this year, ABC7 News reported of an innocent driver who was struck and killed while driving near the intersection of Sierra and Baseline avenues in the City of Fontana. The fatally wounded driver was struck in a head-on collision late Friday evening by a suspected DUI driver who was traveling north on southbound lanes. While the innocent driver did not survive his injuries, the suspected at-fault driver was taken to a hospital in critical condition. His current medical condition is unknown.

When a head-on collision transpires, the consequences are often fatal, and even if a victim survives the accident, he or she will likely sustain lifelong catastrophic injuries. If you or a loved one was injured in a head-on collision, a qualified attorney can help defend the right to a fair compensation. Seek the support of a premier auto accident attorney who is committed to helping injured auto accident victims obtain the compensation they deserve.

Regrettably, even when in the use of seatbelts, drivers and their passengers can sustain catastrophic injuries in the aftermath of a head on-collision. Typically injuries sustained in these types of accidents include:

Traumatic brain injuries,
Spinal cord injuries,
Whiplash,
Amputations or loss of limb,
Disfigurement,
Broken bones,
Facial disfigurement,
Lacerations and deep cuts,
Internal organ damage,
Internal bleeding,
Abdominal bruising,
Broken ribs,
Chest damage, and
Crushed legs or feet

In California, car accident victims have the opportunity to seek financial compensation from the at-fault driver. If the victim perished as a result of the accident, the victim’s family can seek compensation through a wrongful death case. If you or a loved one suffered a head-on car accident, speak to a knowledgeable attorney who will secure and protect your right to a fair compensation.

Wrongful death is an unfortunately all too common consequence of head-on collisions. When auto accident victims succumb to their injuries, their family members may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit on their behalf. Through this type of case, the victim’s survivors can seek monetary reparations for the sudden and tragic loss of their loved one. Depending on the facts of each individual case, some of the most common reparations for families include:

Funeral expenses,
Burial and memorial ceremony costs,
Loss of income,
The victim’s medical expenses,
Loss of companionship, and
Loss of consortium

A head-on accident can occur practically anywhere, but the accidents are most common on rural streets with poor lighting, no traffic dividers or guardrails, and narrow lanes. Whether the accident occurs in a residential neighborhood or a city highway, there are many ways a head-on collision can be caused, including:

Defective and dangerous roads,
Driving while under the influence of an intoxicating substance,
Poor weather conditions,
Distracted driving,
Unsafe passing,
Driving while fatigued,
Senior drivers, and
Hazardous construction sites

In spite of how the accident occurred, a majority of head-on collisions will involve negligence. When the careless actions of another has caused a catastrophic accident, the victims have a legal right to pursue legal action against the wrongdoer.

After being involved in a head-on collision, it is critically important to seek the legal support of a qualified personal injury attorney. Head-on collisions demand the collection of critical evidence that will need to be gathered soon after the accident. An experienced attorney will provide support in collecting all necessary evidence, will work to effectively build a strong case, and defend the right to full compensation.

The personal injury attorneys at the Law Offices of Attorney Justin H. King specialize in a variety of complex auto accident cases, including catastrophic head-on collisions. The firm has successfully represented clients throughout Southern California. Following a head-on collision, consider contacting the attorneys at the Law Offices of Attorney Justin H. King. Schedule your no-obligation consultation today.

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By Justin H. King, Esq. | Posted on August 21, 2020

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Wrong Way Collision Leads to Fatal Injury in the City of Fontana

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