The Banning-Beaumont Patch has reported a tragic accident in Redlands that took the lives of three people on Thursday morning. Two vans, one a minivan carrying eight people, collided head-on while traveling on Orange Street near the Santa Ana River bridge. According to the news report, all three of the victims who were killed were riding in the northbound minivan and none was wearing a seatbelt. The speed limit in the area is 55 miles per hour, but it is unknown precisely how and why this horrible accident occurred. Later reports have identified the deceased as a 19-year-old male resident of Redlands, a 58-year-old female resident of Redlands and a 33-year-old male resident of Highland. The six injured, including the sole occupant of the larger, Chevrolet van were hospitalized with unknown injuries.
Cause of the Collision
From a cursory look at the photographs of the accident scene, it would appear the skid marks on Orange Street are from the minivan. And, given the points of rest of the two vehicles and their respective positioning, it would appear the Chevrolet van may have crossed into the opposing lane of travel, causing this head-on collision. Obviously, at this point, the accident is still under investigation, and it is unknown whether this will be the conclusion of the accident investigators. Additionally, assuming the Chevy van did cross over the center line, the reason for that is unknown. According to the California Office of Traffic Safety, the City of Redlands ranks among the worst in terms of injury and fatal accidents for cities of similar size. The City ranks 18th out of 103 in terms of injury and fatal collisions. As for Orange Street in the area of the accident, it does not appear to have any unusual configuration as it is relatively straight, with a slight grade.
Seatbelts and And Other Safety Measures
According to the news reports, citing official sources, none of the occupants of the minivan was wearing a seatbelt. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, adult seat belt use is the most effective way to save lives and reduce injuries in crashes. In spite of this fact, millions of adults do not wear their seat belts on every trip. According to government statistics more than half of all motor vehicle accident-related fatalities could have been prevented by the use of seatbelts. While some accidents are not survivable, because they are so severe, thousands of lives can be saved every year if seat belts are worn. In accidents like the one above, it is generally necessary to retain a biomechanical expert to determine whether seat belts would have made a difference in terms of survival.
Losing a loved one is a devastating experience and one that cannot be adequately measured in dollars. However, in a civil justice system the only available remedy to the surviving family is the monetary compensation the defendant must pay. An automobile accident attorney can be of assistance in evaluating the merit and compensation potential in such cases. Wrongful death actions in California are premised on statute and only certain family members are entitled to pursue such a lawsuit. The first step to obtaining civil justice is contacting a qualified injury attorney.
SOURCE: UPDATE: Three Killed, Six Hospitalized in Redlands Crash on North Orange St., January 17, 2013, by Gina Tenorio, Renee Schiavone, and Guy McCarthy
Cause of the Collision
From a cursory look at the photographs of the accident scene, it would appear the skid marks on Orange Street are from the minivan. And, given the points of rest of the two vehicles and their respective positioning, it would appear the Chevrolet van may have crossed into the opposing lane of travel, causing this head-on collision. Obviously, at this point, the accident is still under investigation, and it is unknown whether this will be the conclusion of the accident investigators. Additionally, assuming the Chevy van did cross over the center line, the reason for that is unknown. According to the California Office of Traffic Safety, the City of Redlands ranks among the worst in terms of injury and fatal accidents for cities of similar size. The City ranks 18th out of 103 in terms of injury and fatal collisions. As for Orange Street in the area of the accident, it does not appear to have any unusual configuration as it is relatively straight, with a slight grade.
Seatbelts and And Other Safety Measures
According to the news reports, citing official sources, none of the occupants of the minivan was wearing a seatbelt. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, adult seat belt use is the most effective way to save lives and reduce injuries in crashes. In spite of this fact, millions of adults do not wear their seat belts on every trip. According to government statistics more than half of all motor vehicle accident-related fatalities could have been prevented by the use of seatbelts. While some accidents are not survivable, because they are so severe, thousands of lives can be saved every year if seat belts are worn. In accidents like the one above, it is generally necessary to retain a biomechanical expert to determine whether seat belts would have made a difference in terms of survival.
Losing a loved one is a devastating experience and one that cannot be adequately measured in dollars. However, in a civil justice system the only available remedy to the surviving family is the monetary compensation the defendant must pay. An automobile accident attorney can be of assistance in evaluating the merit and compensation potential in such cases. Wrongful death actions in California are premised on statute and only certain family members are entitled to pursue such a lawsuit. The first step to obtaining civil justice is contacting a qualified injury attorney.
SOURCE: UPDATE: Three Killed, Six Hospitalized in Redlands Crash on North Orange St., January 17, 2013, by Gina Tenorio, Renee Schiavone, and Guy McCarthy
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