While stop signs are an example of a safety measure that is intended to help control traffic flow at an intersection, these signs may only work as intended if drivers adhere to traffic laws. Drivers who run through stop signs could create a hazardous situation in the process and those who encounter such behavior might not always be capable of reacting to the danger ahead. Three people were killed and another suffered severe injuries during a recent car accident that took place after a driver ran through a stop sign at an intersection in California. 

Intersection crash 

Authorities say they received reports of a two-vehicle crash at an intersection on a recent Sunday at around 1:45 p.m. They assert that the accident began when the driver of a westbound vehicle failed to stop at a stop sign prior to crossing through the intersection. The vehicle proceeded to cross into the path of a southbound truck and the two vehicles collided soon thereafter. 

Reports indicate that the impact of the crash forced both vehicles to overturn and erupt into flames. Authorities say that three occupants within the first vehicle were all pronounced dead at the scene of the crash, while the driver of the truck was transported to the hospital with injuries. An investigation into the crash indicates that the driver of the first vehicle failed to yield the right of way to the truck, but authorities say that it remains unclear if there were any other contributing factors. 

Negligent decisions 

A car accident involving a negligent driver could run the unfortunate risk of placing the well-being and lives of everyone involved in jeopardy. Individuals in California may find that suffering serious harm or losing a loved one under similar circumstances can be a difficult thing to accept and they may have questions about their available options for legal recourse. Following the incident, a person could choose to consult with a personal injury attorney for advice in evaluating his or her options and preparing to pursue the compensation entitled through the appropriate channels.