Valley Springs, CA – One person was injured and a family dog killed in a single-vehicle crash on the afternoon of Wednesday, November 5, 2025, in Calaveras County, according to FOX40.
The Calaveras Consolidated Fire District reports that the accident took place along Heney Lane in Valley Springs, where firefighters found a vehicle that had veered off the roadway and gone down an embankment before colliding with a large pine tree. The impact caused significant front-end damage to the vehicle.
Emergency crews said the driver suffered moderate injuries and was transported to a regional trauma center for further treatment. Inside the vehicle were two family dogs. One of the dogs died at the scene due to injuries sustained in the crash.
Authorities did not immediately release the name of the injured person or the deceased pet. Fire officials said cleanup and recovery operations took time due to the location of the wreck, which was partially down a slope surrounded by dense vegetation.
The California Highway Patrol is investigating the cause of the crash, including whether road conditions, driver distraction, or mechanical failure may have played a role.
Single-Vehicle Collisions
In some cases, investigations may reveal that even in a single-vehicle accident, nearby drivers or unsafe road features share some responsibility. California’s Comparative Negligence rule means that, even if those injured in accidents are found partially at fault, they may still be eligible to receive partial compensation for damages.
Wrongful Death Claims & Comparative Negligence
Determining fault in a collision can involve multiple factors, and under California’s Comparative Negligence rule, several parties can share partial responsibility.
Should someone else be found even partly responsible for the death, the family may be able to file a Wrongful Death claim against the at-fault driver’s insurance. This can provide compensation to help cover medical bills, funeral expenses, and the loss of income to support the family of the deceased.
For more information on Wrongful Death Claims, visit MaisonLaw.com.
