Fatal Crash Closes UC Davis Off-Ramp on Interstate 80

Fatal Crash Closes UC Davis Off-Ramp on Interstate 80

A fatal crash closes UC Davis off-ramp from westbound Interstate 80 early Tuesday afternoon, June 10, 2025, as California Highway Patrol (CHP) investigated a fatal crash. Officers responded to the scene shortly before 1 p.m. after receiving reports of a vehicle stopped with a driver slumped over the wheel.

Driver Suffers Medical Emergency Before Crashing Into Guardrail

According to CHP, the driver, a 56-year-old man, was approaching the UC Davis off-ramp when he suffered a medical emergency behind the wheel. The vehicle drifted off the roadway and collided with the guardrail along the off-ramp. Tragically, the driver succumbed to the medical event at the scene. No other occupants were in the vehicle, and no additional injuries were reported.

Why You Should Hire a Personal Injury Attorney After an Accident

In cases where severe injuries arise from a car crash, it’s crucial to collaborate with an experienced personal injury lawyer. Insurance companies frequently try to reduce their payout amounts, and navigating complicated claims on your own can make victims susceptible to receiving inadequate compensation for their losses.

An experienced attorney:

• Protects Your Legal Rights: Ensuring that your claim complies with deadlines and legal requirements.
• Gathers Crucial Evidence: Investigating the crash thoroughly and securing witness statements, expert testimony, and documentation.
• Negotiates on Your Behalf: Handling discussions with insurance companies to pursue the full compensation you are entitled to.
• Maximizes Compensation: Helping recover damages for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other related losses.
• Reduces Stress: Allowing you to focus on recovery while your attorney handles the legal complexities of your case.

Check out this video with accident attorney Ed Smith to discover how to select the best injury lawyer for your claim:

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