Fatality and Injury Occur in Grant Line Road Traffic Collision
A traffic collision in Elk Grove on April 27 between two vehicles ended up causing a fatality to one driver and injuries in the other car. The collision happened during the morning hours along Grant Line Road and between Bradshaw Road and Elk Grove Boulevard between a car and a pickup.
The Elk Grove Police Department reported that one person died at the accident scene. The Sacramento County Coroner’s Office have recently identified the decedent as 23-year-old Stockton resident Francisco Israel Favian.
Elk Grove Police Investigating Cause of Fatal Traffic Collision
The person who was injured in the crash was the sole occupant of the other vehicle. No additional information was provided. Elk Grove police are investigating the accident to determine how the crash occurred.
Determining Liability in a Traffic Collision
When multiple vehicles are involved in a traffic crash, determining liability can be challenging. To determine who is ultimately liable for damages resulting from an accident, the facts of the case must be reviewed along with the laws of the state. Fault is generally assigned according to negligence principles. A driver who violated a traffic law or was less careful than another can be held responsible for the accident.
Compensation for Fatalities and Injuries in Accidents
A traffic crash may entitle you to compensation if you were injured or lost a loved one. To determine who is legally responsible for your accident and whether their negligence resulted in your injuries or the death of a loved one, the first step in a personal injury claim is to identify who is legally responsible. Depending on the circumstances, a third party, such as another driver, a government entity for poor road maintenance, or a product manufacturer, may be responsible for paying you.
Claims After a Traffic Collision
It will be necessary for you to file a claim against the responsible party and their insurance company in order to receive compensation. A person filing a personal injury claim must provide evidence of negligence, which your lawyer can gather, including witness testimony, the police report and accident scene photos. Additional proof of damages, such as medical records and lost wages, may also be required.
Similar processes apply when pursuing a wrongful death claim. For the family to be compensated, it is necessary to provide proof of lost wages and future earnings, pain and suffering, funerals and burial expenses, and others.
The Help of an Accident Attorney
As soon as you have been involved in a serious collision, you are likely to be facing a great deal of stress and emotional turmoil, and we will do everything we can to make sure that you receive maximum compensation. Get a free consultation with us today. Your rights are our priority, and we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
Elk Grove Personal Injury Lawyer
I’m Ed Smith, and I’m an Elk Grove personal injury lawyer. If your loved one died or you suffered injuries in a crash as the result of a negligent driver, you might want to find out whether you can recover compensation. Contact us for free, friendly advice at (916) 694-0002 or (800) 404-5400. A free consultation allows you to ask questions, review your case, and see if you’re entitled to compensation. There is no obligation on your part. Our accident attorneys can also be contacted online.
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