A gold Honda CR-V and a blue Honda Insight collided in the northbound lanes of the highway for an unknown reason.
San Mateo, California: One person was hurt in a two-vehicle collision that happened Tuesday morning on Highway 101 in San Mateo, the California Highway Patrol reported.
The accident was reported around 7:57 a.m. in the northbound lanes just south of Highway 92.
Emergency personnel responded to the scene and found a gold Honda CR-V with major front-end damage and a blue Honda Insight with major rear-end damage.
One person sustained minor injuries in the crash. The patient was treated at the scene, but it was unclear if they were hospitalized.
The Nos. 1, 2, and 3 lanes were shut down during an investigation.
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Tailgating accidents happen when the driver of a vehicle keeps too close to the vehicle in front of them, leaving a small gap between them. This can lead to a rear-end collision if the car in front suddenly slows or stops.
A tailgating accident is a type of aggressive driving. It's also known as “negligent driving” or “towing.”
The most common type of tailgating accident is a rear-end collision, but there are other types as well.
The most common cause of this type of crash is a driver following too closely behind another vehicle. The driver may have been speeding, running a red light, changing lanes too quickly, driving distracted, or driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
The most common injuries caused by tailgating are head and neck injury, and back injuries.
If you're a victim of a tailgate accident, you may be eligible to seek damages for your injuries, including:
Medical expenses;
Property damage;
Lost wages; and
Pain and suffering
Who is at fault in a tailgating accident?
The driver of the vehicle behind is usually at fault. They may not have left enough room to stop safely, and may have made an unexpected or abrupt maneuver that contributed to the collision.
If you've been in a tailgate crash, it's best to talk to a personal injury lawyer who can review your case, determine who's at fault, and help you navigate the legal process so you can get the compensation you deserve. Call us at Click to call : 866-803-6502.