San Joaquin County, CA: Double Fatality Two-Vehicle Crash in Lodi

San Joquin County, California (March 14, 2018): Two people were killed and two others were seriously injured in a fatal two-vehicle collision on Highway 12 in Lodi, CA, yesterday, Tuesday, March 13, 2018. None of the parties involved have been identified and only limited information has been made publicly available while authorities continue their active and ongoing investigation into the incident.

According to reports, a black Nissan Murano SUV traveling west on Highway 12 crossed the double yellow line into the eastbound lanes of the highway in an attempt to pass other westbound traffic. The driver of the SUV, a 27-year-old woman, apparently lost control of the vehicle and collided with a red minivan. The driver of the minivan, an 83-year-old man, reportedly attempted to avoid a collision but was unsuccessful.

Both the driver of the Nissan and a passenger in the minivan, an 83-year-old woman, were pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the minivan and a third passenger in that vehicle who may have been pregnant both suffered serious injuries in the collision and were transported to a hospital in Stockton, CA. No updates on their respective conditions have been released and no additional information has been provided at this time.

The Los Angeles Injury Group would like to extend our deepest condolences to the families, friends, and loved ones of the deceased victims and offer our prayers for the full and complete recovery of those who were injured. Motor vehicle crashes have long been a leading cause of injury and death in the United States, and the burdens faced by victims in the aftermath can feel overwhelming and seem insurmountable. It is important for all motorists to know their rights and responsibilities under the law and we encourage all accident victims to explore the opportunities for legal recourse that may be available in their state.

If you or your loved ones have been victims of a motor vehicle crash, you may be legally entitled to recover monetary compensation for your pain, loss, and expenses under California law. Call the Los Angeles Injury Group at 310-954-7248 and schedule a free consultation to review your case and discuss your options with one of our trusted and skilled motor vehicle crash attorneys today.