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Madera County Fatal Car Accident on Highway 145, November 11

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3 Killed, 2 Injured in Highway 145 Crash Near Madera

MADERA COUNTY (November 12, 2017) – A fatal traffic accident took place Saturday night on Highway 145, east of Madera, according to The Fresno Bee.

The wreck involving three vehicles occurred at about 7:48 p.m.

As per the article, California Highway Patrol said a 23-year-old Madera man was driving a Honda Civic west on Highway 145 when for an unknown reason he swerved into the eastbound lane.

In an attempt to avoid collision, the driver of a GMC Canyon pickup veered south onto the shoulder. The pickup was struck by the Civic and ultimately spun.

The 23-year-old motorist then collided head-on with a Honda Accord that was traveling behind the GMC. He died as a result of the crash.

CHP affirmed that the 60-year-old woman driving the Accord and her 60-year-old male passenger were also killed. Another occupant in the Accord, a 62-year-old woman, was transported to Community Regional Medical Center with complaint of pain to her entire body.

All three in the Accord are from Firebaugh. Meanwhile, a passenger in the GMC, a 55-year-old Los Banos woman, also complained of pain but refused to be treated.

Officials believed that alcohol or drugs may have played a role in the incident. The investigation is ongoing.

We offer our sincerest thoughts and prayers to all the victims and their families and friends during such a difficult time.

Wrongful Death and Personal Injury Lawyer

Once the investigation process is over and it proves that driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs may have been a factor, the families of the deceased and the injured people will have the right to pursue a wrongful death and personal injury lawsuit against the at-fault party. DUI is considered a serious crime throughout the state, especially if the collision tragically killed and injured other individuals.

The victims and their families will be entitled to a claim seeking compensation for all the funeral costs, hospital bills, loss of future income, loss of love and companionship and pain and suffering.

If you, your loved one, have been a victim in a car accident caused by the negligence or wrongdoing of another person, we urge you to contact Johnson Attorneys Group today to speak with one of our experienced wrongful death and personal injury lawyers. Call us today at 800-235-6801 and let us help you get the settlement and justice you deserve.

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