Mather, CA – A single-vehicle collision early Sunday morning, July 14, 2024, resulted in the death of 22-year-old Andy Enrique Miguel and left another individual with moderate injuries, according to KCRA.
The Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District reports that the accident occurred around 12:57 AM near the intersection of Ecology Lane and Bradshaw Road in Mather.
Emergency responders arrived to find a vehicle that had crashed into a light pole. Despite their efforts, one occupant, Enrique Miguel, was pronounced dead at the scene. Another individual involved in the crash was transported to a nearby hospital with moderate injuries.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) has taken over the investigation to determine the circumstances leading up to the accident. As of now, details regarding the cause of the crash have not been released.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the crash to come forward to assist in the investigation.
Liability in Single-Vehicle Collisions
In certain situations, investigations may uncover that some liability for a single-vehicle collision falls on other drivers nearby or even on unsafe roadway structures. Sorting through these details to help victims and their families secure proper compensation is one of the key services a personal injury attorney offers.
After establishing liability, a personal injury attorney can negotiate with insurance companies on the victim’s behalf. Insurance companies invariably aim to minimize payouts for claims they cannot deny, making legal representation crucial for obtaining fair compensation.
Passenger Liability
The liability insurance that drivers carry is designed to cover accidental harm caused not only to those outside the vehicle but also to passengers within it. A driver is responsible for the safety of everyone in their vehicle.
While making a Wrongful Death or personal injury claim against someone who knew the victim personally can be emotionally challenging, the financial burdens following a vehicular accident can be substantial.
A skilled personal injury attorney can help grieving families seek proper compensation for their loss by navigating these complex issues and negotiating on the victim’s behalf with insurance companies, who routinely work to minimize the payout of any claim they cannot deny.
