Tulare County, CA – On the afternoon of Wednesday, September 24, 2025, a two-vehicle collision resulted in the death of a woman driving a BMW, according to KSEE, with additional reporting from CHP Fatal.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reports that the accident took place around 1:25 PM at the intersection of Avenue 260 and Road 68.
Investigators said the BMW was traveling west on Avenue 260 and failed to stop at the stop sign as it approached the intersection. At the same time, a Chevrolet Silverado was driving north on Road 68. The truck struck the driver’s side of the BMW when the BMW entered the intersection.
First responders arrived quickly and pronounced the BMW driver dead at the scene. The driver of the Chevrolet truck escaped without injuries.
Authorities have not released the identities of the drivers involved, and there is no indication that drugs or alcohol played a role. The investigation is ongoing as officers determine contributing factors to the fatal collision.
Failure to Yield
In California, as in other states, “failure to yield” means that you did not give the right of way to the right person at the right time. As such, failure to yield or stop is closely related to the “right of way.” When a motorist fails to yield, stop or otherwise avoid an accident and causes a crash, he or she can be held liable for injuries and damages suffered by a victim.
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.
You can learn more about California Wrongful Death Law on this page.
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.
