Rancho Cordova, CA – A head-on collision early Thursday morning, November 28, 2024, claimed the life of 20-year-old Julian Shaun O’Donoghue of El Dorado Hills and left two others hospitalized, according to The Sacramento Bee.
The accident occurred at 4:25 AM on Grant Line Road between Kiefer Boulevard and Chrysanthy Boulevard. Despite the efforts of emergency responders, O’Donoghue was pronounced dead at the scene. Two other individuals were transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.
On Monday, December 2, the Sacramento County Coroner’s Office identified the fatality as Julian O’Donoghue, a 2022 graduate of Oak Ridge High School in El Dorado Hills. Tributes shared through a GoFundMe campaign described Julian as someone with a bright future and an enduring impact on those who knew him.
The Rancho Cordova Police Department is leading the investigation into the crash. Authorities have not released additional details regarding the cause but continue to gather information.
Wrongful Death Claims
Determining fault in a collision can involve multiple factors, and under California’s Comparative Liability rule, several parties can share partial responsibility. A personal injury attorney can play a crucial role in helping victims establish legal responsibility after a traffic accident.
Should someone else be found even partly responsible for the death, the family may be able to file a Wrongful Death claim against the at-fault driver’s insurance. This can provide compensation to help cover medical bills, funeral expenses, and the loss of income to support the family of the deceased.
If you or someone you love was harmed in an accident like the one described here, feel free to contact Maison Law for any questions or to receive a no-cost, no-obligation case assessment.
