Bakersfield Woman Killed in Visalia Crash
An unidentified woman in her thirties died as the result of a fatal traffic collision on August 30th.
The collision reportedly happened Monday on Highway 99 north of Avenue 184.
According to CHP, the woman was driving southbound when she collided with another vehicle driven by Darryl Thompson.
The woman died at the scene.
Thompson, 54, sustained minor injuries but further treatment was not needed.
Details as to what led to the accident is currently under investigation.
In the U.S. one’s odds of dying in a car accident is around 1 in 107.
If your injuries are caused by the negligence of a third party you may be entitled to compensation. In the event of a death, families may be entitled to wrongful death benefits.
It is also important to remember that in the state of California a person involved in a car accident who has sustained injuries has to file a claim within two years of the accident.
If you or a loved one need legal help following an accident, contact JT Legal Group at (888) 529-3111.