Two People Injured In Multi-Vehicle Car Accident on Mission Gorge Road by Jackson Drive
SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA (February 17, 2022) – Two people were injured in a San Diego car accident near the intersection of Mission Gorge Road by Jackson Drive.
San Diego County officials are saying that the collision took place around 7:00 a..m on Tuesday. A car was rear-ended by a vehicle and subsequently pushed into an intersection.
That car was then struck by a van. Paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help all of the victims.
Two people were taken to the hospital in order to receive treatment. A full investigation into the collision remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For San Diego Car Accidents
Speeding is one of the most common causes of car accidents in the United States. According to one report by the NHTSA, “Twenty-eight percent of fatal crashes, 13 percent of injury crashes, and 10 percent of property-damage-only crashes in 2020 were speeding-related.” Drivers are much more likely to lose control of their vehicle at higher speeds. There are many other factors that could contribute to a car accident including:
- Distracted driving
- Inclement weather
- Poor road conditions
- Vehicle system failures
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care to avoid collisions. Any person that is injured in a car accident may have legal recourse through a bodily injury claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. A personal injury attorney can examine all of the unique facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigaitng A San Diego Car Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our best wishes to all of the victims of this accident on Mission Gorge Road. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to police. There needs to be a thorough investigation into what happened.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a San Diego car accident? Our team of personal injury attorneys are here for you. We care deeply that accident victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of support after a collision we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
