Tipton, CA — A late-night single-vehicle crash near Tipton on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, claimed the life of a 23-year-old man from Fresno, on Highway 99, according to KSEE.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reported that the accident occurred around 10:35 PM on Highway 99, just north of Avenue 120. The young man was driving a Scion southbound when, for reasons still under investigation, he veered off the roadway and collided with a tree.
When officers arrived on the scene, they found the driver unresponsive. Sadly, he was pronounced dead at the scene. According to CHP, the man was not wearing his seatbelt at the time of the crash, a factor that may have contributed to the severity of his injuries.
The area where the accident occurred is a rural stretch of Highway 99, surrounded by farmland and characterized by long, straight sections of road. At night, this highway can be especially dangerous due to reduced visibility and the potential for fatigue among drivers.
Investigators are still working to determine whether alcohol or drugs played a role in this crash.
Liability in Single-Vehicle Collisions
In certain situations, investigations may uncover that some liability for a single-vehicle collision falls on other drivers nearby or even on unsafe roadway structures. Sorting through these details to help victims and their families secure proper compensation is one of the key services a personal injury attorney offers.
After establishing liability, a personal injury attorney can negotiate with insurance companies on the victim’s behalf. Insurance companies invariably aim to minimize payouts for claims they cannot deny, making legal representation crucial for obtaining fair compensation.
Martin Gasparian is the founder of Maison Law, a California Personal Injury Law Firm. Martin is a graduate of Georgetown University Law School and has been practicing law in California 2004. His practice focuses on helping injury victims know their rights and recover just compensation.
