Rancho Cordova, CA (March 10, 2023) – One person was injured as a result of a car crash that took place on Wednesday afternoon in Rancho Cordova. The accident was reported to the California Highway Patrol troopers at around 12:50 p.m. on March 8.
According to authorities, a light rail train collided with a black Ford F150 pickup truck on Folsom Boulevard in the area of math or field road.
The impact of the crash pinned the pickup truck to a pole near the roadway.
The driver of the pickup truck suffered injuries as a result of the crash. The victim was transported by ambulance to an area hospital for emergency care.
At this time, the California Highway Patrol troopers are investigating the accident
Train Accidents in California
Reports provided by the Federal Railroad Administration indicate that approximately 2180 railroad accidents took place in the United States in 2022. Out of this total number, more than 270 victims lost their lives, and more than 760 people were injured.
When it comes to train accidents in the United States, California comes in second with the most reported every year. In 2022, a total of 171 accidents involving trains were reported. These accidents claimed the lives of more than 40 people while leaving nearly 40 more with injuries.
There are many instances where people are forced to go through extensive medical care in the aftermath of train accidents. The unfortunate truth is that the majority of accidents that take place are preventable. Reckless and negligent driver actions continue to contribute to a significant number of collisions that occur in our state.
Innocent victims are often harmed by drivers who are speeding, distracted, and other senseless acts while behind the wheel. Unfortunately, we see countless victims left with significant spinal cord injuries, broken bones, and traumatic brain injuries due to their accidents.
When it comes to being injured in a train accident, there are several parties who can be held liable. In some instances, vehicle drivers can be held responsible for any resulting damages. In other instances, train conductors, railroad companies, and even government entities can assume liability for the resulting damages and injuries. A thorough investigation into the accident is needed to determine who is at fault.
The Wilshire Law Firm team understands the stresses and difficulties of a personal injury lawsuit, which is why we are dedicated to helping you every step of the way. With more than 15 years of providing victims with outstanding legal representation, along with recovering more than $1 billion in settlements and verdicts, our attorneys are knowledgeable when it comes to winning these cases. If you or someone you know has been injured due to another party’s negligence, you must reach out to our California personal injury law firm at 800-358-1884 for a free consultation and allow us to provide you with the justice that will bring closure.