Police said a vehicle spun out due to the wet roads and drifted into the path of oncoming traffic, colliding with a second vehicle
San Luis Obispo, Calif. – Two people were injured in a collision in San Luis Obispo on Friday morning, according to the San Luis Obispo Police Department.
The collision took place in the area of Broad Street and Orcutt Road at about 10:30 a.m. March 1.
Police said a vehicle spun out due to the wet roads and drifted into the path of oncoming traffic, colliding with a second vehicle.
One person was extricated from one of the vehicles using the jaws of life.
Two people were taken to a hospital with minor injuries.
The San Luis Obispo Police Department is investigating the accident.
Lane Change Crashes
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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