Violent Crash in Santa Clarita Valley Leaves 2 Horses Dead and Woman Injured – Accident Attorneys
A violent crash left two horses dead and a woman with significant injuries. The incident occurred on Monday night (June 17, 2024) just after 8:30pm near the intersection of Iron Canyon and Sand Canyon east of Santa Clarita. Reportedly, there was a group out horseback riding. One of the victims, a mother, reportedly spotted a Nissan sedan traveling in their direction at high speed. This is when the victim led her horse to the front of the group. The car struck her and her daughter; the impact launched them off their horses.
Unfortunately, the mother’s horse died at the scene. Her daughter’s horse suffered broken legs and had to be euthanized as a result. The mother suffered a shattered knee and broken bones; she has undergone two surgeries to address her injuries so far. Her daughter suffered only minor injuries.
Residents claim to have heard the collision followed by the driver screaming. Video footage shows the vehicle with significant front-end damage, a missing bumper, and a shattered windshield. According to the authorities, no DUI is suspected.
If you or a loved one were injured in this accident or a similar accident, it is important that you seek legal assistance as soon as possible. Based on the details surrounding the incident and the harm that you suffered, you could have the right to sue and recover compensation. For more information about the legal options available to you, contact the experts here at our law firm as soon as possible.
Our accident attorneys here at the Downtown L.A. Law Group have decades of experience and are ready to provide you with the guidance that you need to fight for your rights and recover the payout that you are owed. For more information about the legal options available to you, contact us today.
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Some possible causes of these incidents can include the following:
- Reckless driving, including speeding, weaving in and out of traffic, making sudden turns, sudden stops, sudden starts, ignoring warning signs, failing to yield, etc.
- Reckless horseback riding, suddenly going into lanes, sudden movements, going too fast, etc.
- Dangerous road conditions, including blind spots and poorly lit areas
In general, horse communities have signage on roads to signal drivers that there may be riders on or along roads. Horse riders have a duty to ride safely and actually have all rights/duties as vehicle drivers. Drivers have a duty to drive safely to prevent incidents with anyone on the road, including other drivers, bicyclists, pedestrians, motorcyclists – and even horseback riders.
The Injuries that Could OccurThese incidents can prove to be very dangerous. Victims could suffer some of the following injuries:
- Head injuries, including concussions and traumatic brain injuries
- Neck injuries
- Back injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Shoulder injuries
- Hip injuries
- Pelvic injuries
- Knee injuries
- Broken bones
- Broken ribs
- Dislocations
- Sprains and strains
- Lacerations
- Scrapes and bruises
Of course, the horses involved could also suffer significant harm, which could even be fatal.
Can I File a Lawsuit?Yes, you could have the right to file a lawsuit and receive compensation. Your right to sue will based on the concept of negligence – as all drivers have a duty of care towards all others on the road. Of course, pursuing a claim might seem difficult especially if a horse is involved; however, these claims are not impossible. For more information about your right to file a lawsuit and the legal options available to you, contact us today. Our team is ready to provide you with all the information that you need.
Can I Recover Compensation?Although every claim is different, claimants could be entitled to recover compensation for some of the following:
- Medical expenses
- Lost income
- Pain and suffering
- Property damage
- Punitive damages
- Legal fees
Here at our law firm, our team is fully committed to getting our team the highest payout available for their claims. Whether our experts have to negotiate a settlement with the insurance company or take your claim to trial to reach a verdict, you can be certain that our team is fully committed to getting you the maximum payout available for your claim. If you have any questions about the possible value of your claim, contact us today.
Under California law, personal injury accidents are subject to a two-year statute of limitations, meaning that claimants will only have two years to file their claims. If claimants do not file their claims on time, they run the risk of losing their right to sue entirely – that’s why it is so important to find a lawyer and take action as soon as possible. For more information about the total length of time that you have to pursue your claim, contact us at your earliest convenience. Our team is ready to provide you with the guidance that you need to file your claim on time.
Contact the Downtown L.A. Law Group TodayIf you or a member of your family were injured by a reckless driver while horseback riding, you could have the right to file a lawsuit. For more information about the legal options available to you and your family, please do not hesitate to reach out to the experts here at the Downtown L.A. Law Group as soon as possible. Our team is ready to evaluate your claim and provide you with the guidance that you need to fight for your rights and get justice. If you are ready to speak with our accident experts, contact us today. Our lawyers are fully committed to making the legal process as simple as possible, so we offer free legal services. These free legal services include free consultations and free second opinions. During these free legal services, our team will be available to answer all your questions and address all your concerns – to ensure that you have access to all the information that you need to begin or continue your claim.
Zero-Fee Guarantee: you will not be required to pay any upfront legal fees at all. In addition, we work on contingency, so you will not be responsible for paying any legal costs if your claim is not successful. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you win your claim.