Sergio Reyes, of Elk Grove, Juan Morales, of Sacramento, Injured In Dixon Car Accident With Pickup Truck Along Interstate 80 by Pedrick Road
DIXON, CALIFORNIA (May 12, 2022) – Multiple people including Sergio Reyes and Juan Morales were injured in Dixon car accident with a pickup truck on Interstate 80 by Pedrick Road.
Solano County police officials are saying that the accident took place at about 6:20 a.m. on Tuesday. The driver of a Ford F-650 super truck rear-ended a Ford F-450 truck carrying Sergio Reyes, Juan Morales and two other people.
After the initial collision, the Ford F-650 truck then collided with a semi-truck. The driver of the Ford F-650 truck died in the crash and a passenger was injured.
Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene to treat all of the victims. Sergio Reyes, Juan Morales and two other people in the Ford F-450 truck were treated for their injuries.
It remains unclear if distracted driving played a role in the collision. The CHP is encouraging eye witnesses to reach out to them.
Liability In Dixon Truck Accidents
Thousands of people are killed or seriously injured every year in car accidents. According to the National Safety Council, ” In 1913, only 1.3 million vehicles were registered, and 4,200 people died on the road. In 2020, 276 million vehicles were registered and 42,338 people died on the road.” Most accidents happen at intersections in urban areas. Collisions are more likely to occur in the early morning hours and late evening when visibility is reduced. In all, there are many factors that could contribute to a car accident.
- Drivers are more likely to crash if they are fatigued. The CDC estimates that driving while fatigued can be just as dangerous as driving while intoxicated.
- Drivers are more likely to lose control of their vehicle while speeding.
- Drivers are more likely to crash if they are following the lead vehicle too closely.
Truck drivers are held to a high standard in terms of safety. Depending on the classification of their vehicle, a truck driver may need to get a commercial license. Rear-end collisions are among the most common type of accident that occur on the road. They are also the most preventable. They nearly always happen when a driver is speeding, distracted or following the lead vehicle too closely. Very often, drivers fail to notice that traffic on the freeway is slowing down ahead of them before rear-ending the lead driver.
The Ford F-650 is considered a super heavy duty commercial truck. It is often used for business purposes. Depending on the facts of any case, a company could potentially be liable for a car accident. Companies are generally liable for the negligent actions of their employees – when those employees are working within the course of their job duties. Companies must also exercise a great deal of care in the hiring process to make sure that their drivers are able to legally and safely perform their duties. Victims of truck accidents tend to suffer very serious and costly injuries including:
- Broken bones
- Spinal cord injuries
- Lacerations
- Organ damage
- Soft tissue injuries
Many of the injuries associated with serious accidents are psychological and may not be readily apparent. The FMCSA requires most commercial trucks to carry between $750,000 – $5,000,000 worth of liability coverage. Any person that is injured in a truck accident may have legal recourse through a bodily injury claim. Damages can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. A truck accident attorney can examine all of the unique facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A Solano County Truck Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our best wishes to Sergio Reyes, Juan Morales and all of those who were injured in this collision. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to authorities. This was a highly preventable crash that should not have taken place. There needs to be some accountability for the sake of the victims.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Dixon truck accident? Our team of consumer safety advocates are here to help in any way that we can. We care deeply that accident victims get the medical and financial support that they need in order to recover. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of support after an accident we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991. Se habla español.
