The collision took place Tuesday morning in the northbound lanes of the freeway just north of the W Stuhr Road off-ramp.
Newman, Calif. – One person was injured in a car accident that happened Tuesday morning on a freeway in Newman, the California Highway Patrol said.
The two-vehicle collision was reported around 4:54 a.m. on the northbound 5 Freeway, just north of the W. Stuhr Road off-ramp.
First responders found one person with minor injuries. The patient was offered medical aid but it was unclear if they were hospitalized.
No other details were given but CHP officers are investigating.
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Lane change crashes (also called sideswipe collisions) are one of the most common types of car accidents in California. They happen when two vehicles moving in the same direction collide while changing lanes. These collisions can lead to serious injuries and damage to property.
In California, lane change crashes can occur on any road in the cities, but they are most frequent on highways and other fast-moving roads where drivers frequently change lanes. When changing lanes, drivers must be aware of their surroundings. They should use turn signals, check their mirrors, and check their blind spots to prevent causing a collision. If you have been in a lane change crash, you should seek medical attention for your injuries and talk to an experienced car accident lawyer who can explain your legal options and help you seek compensation for your damages.
How to determine fault in an unsafe lane change accident depends on the facts of the accident. Generally, the fault for an accident is determined by which driver acted negligently or recklessly and caused it.
Because of California's comparative fault state, fault for an accident may be shared between multiple drivers. For example, if both drivers acted negligently in a dangerous lane change accident, fault may be divided among them based on their level of negligence.
Here are some factors that may be taken into consideration when determining fault in an accident involving a dangerous lane change:
- The driver who changed lanes without signaling or checking their blind spot.
- The driver who was hit while driving legally and safely.
- The speed of the other driver.
- The driver's level of distraction (e.g., cell phone use, texting, etc.).
- Other factors that contributed to the accident, such as road and weather conditions.
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