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SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY - Two people were injured, including one critically, in a crash Friday morning outside the Tracy Auto Mall, the Tracy Press reported. The July 8th accident was reported around 10 a.m. on Auto Plaza Drive near Naglee Road, and involved a 2006 Mercedes and a 2012 Mustang. Both cars were reportedly on separate test drives when they collided. The driver of the Mercedes was ejected and subsequently flown by helicopter to Doctors Medical Center in Modesto. One of the occupants of the Mustang suffered less serious injuries and was taken to Kaiser Foundation Hospital in Manteca. The cause of the accident is under investigation.

Test Drive Car Accident Personal Injury Liability

Generally, the party determined to be responsible for a car accident is liable. However, there may be exceptions and anytime you are involved in a car accident while driving a car that belongs to someone else, determining who is responsible for an accident and financially liable for injuries can be complex. While this accident remains under investigation, the injured victims or their family members would be well-advised to consider consulting with an experienced and knowledgeable northern California car accident attorney. A skilled and capable personal injury lawyer who understands the unique legal issues of test drive injury accidents can advise victims of their best course of action to protect their legal rights and recover the maximum compensation they are entitled to.

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LODI -A Lodi postal worker suffered very serious injuries Thursday morning when he was struck by a vehicle on Ham Lane, the Lodi News-Sentinel reported. The accident was reported at about 10:00 a.m. on July 7, 2011, according to the Lodi Police Department. The postal worker, a 50-year-old Thornton man, was in a crosswalk on the corner of Walnut Street and Ham Lane when he was hit by a vehicle. He was taken to San Joaquin County Hospital, where he was listed in in critical condition.

Cause of the July 7th Lodi Pedestrian Accident

The Lodi Police Department is continuing to investigate the incident. According to news reports, alcohol or drugs did not appear to be a factor, and the driver, who was not identified, was not suspected of speeding. It is not clear why the driver did not yield to the postal work in the crosswalk. Hopefully, the investigation will reveal exactly what happened, and who was responsible.

Pedestrian Accident Personal Injury Liability

Following any serious injury accident, injured victims or their family members are well-advised to contact an experienced and knowledgeable northern California pedestrian accident lawyer. If the negligence of the driver was a cause or factor in this San Joaquin County accident, the injured victim may be entitled to recover compensation for medical care and treatment, lost wages and earnings as a result of being unable to work, as well as compensation for pain and suffering. While this accident remains under investigation, a lawyer can help the victim protect his rights to obtain maximum compensation for his injuries in a personal injury claim.

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