Intersections with two-way stop signs can be dangerous for Fresno County drivers. Traffic in one direction is required to stop, while traffic on the busier road is supposed to proceed at full speed. Any mistake at the stop sign can place a vehicle in the direct path of that unsuspecting stream of cars, SUVs, or trucks.
The result can be a devastating head-on collision or a T-bone accident. Drivers and passengers can be put at risk of serious and often life-threatening injuries.
One Person Killed and One Injured in Fresno County Accident
An early Monday morning collision at an intersection in Fresno County tragically claimed one life and left one person injured. KFSN-TV reported the accident happened around 7:45 a.m. southeast of Fresno at the intersection of East Central Avenue and South Temperance Avenue on November 1, 2021.
The California Highway found that the driver of a red Dodge Charger ran a stop sign and struck a white pickup truck. The driver of the Dodge died at the scene. The driver of the pickup was transported to the hospital. The driver’s condition hasn’t been released.
CHP investigators continue to determine the circumstances surrounding the crash. They do not believe alcohol or drugs played a role in the tragedy.
Support for Fresno Accident Victims
Victims in a frightening intersection accident often don’t see their collisions coming and can end up in a hospital bed before they’ve had time to process what’s happened. They may have had little time to consider how much recovery from a broken bone, a traumatic brain injury, or a back injury may cost in the weeks and months to come.
Injured victims can request financial support from an at-fault driver’s vehicle insurance policy. This support can help cover medical expenses now and any expected in the future. The compensation is also intended to help keep victims afloat financially while they may miss days or weeks of work.
For families who have lost a loved one in an accident, a wrongful death claim can provide a financial safety net for close relatives as they grieve. Families may face the incredible costs of a funeral, estate settlement costs, and even emergency response fees. An at-fault driver’s insurance company can be called upon in a wrongful death lawsuit to provide relief to a family forced to endure such a tragedy.
Contact a Lawyer Serving Fresno County Victims and Families
If you or a loved one were the victims of a careless driver, don’t allow an insurance agent or adjuster to determine how much support you should receive. They work for their insurance company and want to save money for their shareholders. Your recovery and your family’s recovery are much more important than their profits.
To make sure your family is protected from an insurance company’s bad faith practices, contact an experienced Fresno car accident lawyer such as Martin Gasparian for a free case consultation. Mr. Gasparian works closely with victims and families to earn the compensation they’ll need to get back on their feet again physically and financially.
