The Martinez News-Gazette reported one person tragically died and one person suffered major injuries the evening of Friday, November 26, 2010 in a head-on collision on Highway 49 on Calaveras County. According to news reports, Margaret Livingston, 66, of Martinez, had been driving a 2007 Volvo southbound over the Mokelumne River Bridge when she approached a right-hand turn in the roadway. She lost control of her vehicle and slid into the opposing lanes of traffic and collided head-on with a PT Cruiser driven by Cindy A. Reading, 46, of Valley Springs. Livingston died in the collision; Reading suffered major injuries and was transported to Sutter Roseville Hospital. A passenger in Reading's PT Cruiser was not seriously injured. According to the CHP, all parties were wearing seat belts.
Cause of the Highway 49 Accident
The CHP is investigating to determine exactly what happened and who is responsible for this collision. Based on the limited information in news accounts, it appears that the driver of the Volvo, who died of her injuries at the crash scene, may have been responsible for this accident. However, an investigation is ongoing.
Car Accident Personal Injury Liability
Car accidents have unique legal issues. This accident raises a number of questions as to whether this accident could have been prevented. Anytime an accident results in serious injuries, injured, not-at-fault parties or their families should consider speaking with a knowledgeable attorney familiar with the unique legal issues of Highway accident head-on collisions. A northern California auto accident attorney can review the CHP accident report, and provide guidance, resources, and answers to victims and their families. If negligence of another driver, or a vehicle defect or dangerous road condition caused this accident, victims or their families may be entitled to compensation for their injuries or loss. In any accident resulting in injury or death, it is always advisable to talk to a lawyer before making a statement to insurance company representatives.
Sources: Stockton Record-Net, Martinez News-Gazette, MyMotherLode.com
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