Four people sustained injuries in a Ventura car accident the evening of February 15, 2010. According to a news report in the Ventura County Star, the injury collision involved two cars and happened at the intersection of Bardsale Avenue and Sespe Street in Fillmore. The accident occurred when one of the drivers, 31-year-old Guillermo Andrade, ran a stop sign at the intersection and was broadsided by another vehicle.

That vehicle's driver, 21-year-old Pedro Gomez sustained injuries. One passenger, 21-year-old Randolf Pattico sustained facial cuts while another passenger Alex Alverez, 21, suffered a puncture wound to his right thigh and also a fractured right knee cap. Andrade, who was the most seriously injured, sustained a head injury and a fractured spine. California Highway Patrols are investigating the incident.

I sympathize with all the injured crash victims and wish them a quick and full recovery. They will be in my prayers.

Car Accidents

One fatality and 33 injuries were reported as a result of car accidents in Fillmore, according to CHP's 2008 traffic accident statistics. Countywide, 63 people died and 3,785 were injured as a result of car accidents in 2008.

Laws and Liability Issues

California law requires drivers to come to a complete stop at a stop sign and proceed with caution. If the details of this news report are accurate, Andrade ran a stop sign at the intersection and triggered this accident. If Andrade is determined to have been at fault for this crash, then he could be held financially responsible for the injuries caused.

Victims in such cases would be well-advised to contact an experienced California personal injury lawyer who will analyze all aspects of the crash and make sure their legal rights are protected. A knowledgeable car accident lawyer will also be able to determine if this accident was caused by a dangerous or defective roadway. If that was the case, the city or governmental agency responsible for maintaining that roadway could be held liable. Any claim against a California governmental agency must be properly filed within 180 days of the accident or injury.

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