One Person Injured In Yolo County Semi-Truck Accident With Tractor On Old River Road By Interstate 5
YOLO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA (February 21, 2023) – One person was seriously injured in a Yolo County collision between a box truck and a tractor on Old River Road not far from Interstate 5.
Yolo County officials are saying that the collision took place around 5:04 p.m. on Monday. A box truck was involved in a collision with a tractor.
The force of the impact caused one of the vehicles to veer down an embankment. Fuel was also spilled on the roadway.
Paramedics were called to the scene in order to help the injured. One person sustained major injuries and was transported to the hospital in order to receive treatment.
Liability For Yolo County Truck Accidents
Car accidents remain one of the leading causes of injury and death in the United States. According to the NHTSA, “For more than two decades, speeding has been involved in approximately one-third of all motor vehicle fatalities. In 2020, speeding was a contributing factor in 29% of all traffic fatalities.” There are many other factors that could contribute to a collision.
- Distracted driving
- Inclement weather
- Poor road conditions
- Driver intoxication
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid collisions. According to California Vehicle Code 21703, no person shall follow another vehicle more closely than would be reasonable or prudent given the prevailing conditions of the roadway. Any person that is injured in a truck accident may have legal recourse through a bodily injury claim.
Investigating A California Truck Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our best wishes to the person injured in this collision. 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 Yolo County truck 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.
