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[Trinity River, CA] – Korson Coulter Killed, Nicholas Utne Involved in Vehicle Crash on Highway 299
Korson Coulter Killed in Head-On Crash on Highway 299
Saturday January 23, 2021 – Korson Coulter, age 21, of Weaverville was killed on Monday morning at around 8:00 A.M. Moreover, Nicholas Utne, age 35, of Redding was involved in a car accident on Highway 299.
Allegedly, Mr. Utne was traveling in a Ford pickup westbound. Then, he entered a right curve in the roadway.
Simultaneously, Mr. Coulter was driving a Chevrolet pickup eastbound. Also, he was approaching a left curve in the same roadway.
For reasons unknown, Mr. Utne seemed to lose his focus on the roadway.
Additionally, his Ford pickup started to swerve from the westbound lane. Then, he went into the eastbound lanes putting him directly in the path of Mr. Coulter.
As a result, the collision impact caused the Chevrolet pickup to drop down a dirt embankment. Meanwhile, the Ford pickup continued traveling in a southwest direction and blocked the eastbound lane of the roadway.
Sadly, Mr. Coulter passed away due to injuries sustained by the crash.
Notably, Mr. Utne did not sustain injuries from the crash.
Still, investigating officials do not believe alcohol or drugs were contributing factors in this accident.
Different Types of Collisions
Car accidents can happen for many varied reasons.
There are several dynamics that could influence a vehicle collision.
Here are a few examples of the diverse types of auto collisions.
Multi-Vehicle Collisions
This type of collision often involves many different vehicles.
What is more, this type of collision primarily occurs on a freeway.
This type of collision will often yield many fatalities.
Furthermore, with so many vehicles tightly enclosed together, it can be difficult for rescuers to help.
Additionally, drivers are often hit from the side in these types of collisions.
Single Car Collisions
A single car collision involves only 1 car.
Still, while the vehicle may crash into a pole, tree, or building, innocent people can be at risk of getting hurt.
This type of collision can lead to property damages.
Also, there is a good risk of potentially life-threatening injuries.
Rear-End Collisions
A rear-end collision happens when a vehicle crashes into another vehicle that is in front of it.
Subsequently, the collision may be caused due to sudden deceleration of the vehicle in front of you.
Additionally, the vehicle in the back accelerating faster than the vehicle in front of it is another example.
A common injury related to rear end collisions, is whiplash.
As a result, the driver of the vehicle that rear ends the other vehicle is typically held responsible for the collision.
However, there are exceptions.
Sideswipe Collisions
These types of accidents happen when two parallel cars contact each other.
Also, the amount of damage can depend on the speed and direction of the vehicles.
Although, the damage may be minimal, this type of accident can cause one of the drivers to lose control of their vehicles.
Unfortunately, people can get injured from this type of collision as well.
Head-On Collisions
A Head-on collision is when two vehicles hit each other with their front ends.
Also, hood to hood is one of the most intense types of auto collisions.
Additionally, the result is quite often deadly for at least one of the drivers.
Side Impact Collisions
A side impact collision happens when the front of a vehicle smashes into the side of another vehicle.
These types of collisions have the potential to have fatal outcomes.
Furthermore, a common term for this type of collision is called a “T-bone.”
Due to, the shape of the vehicles forming a letter T.
To the family and friends of Korson Coulter, we at Salkow Law firm cannot begin to imagine what you are going through, and our sincerest condolences go out to you.
Salkow Law are true advocates that will work with you directly to achieve justice. Insurance companies want to pay as little compensation as they can. They will even try to make your case go away completely. We will fight for you so that does not happen.
Unlike, the law firms you see plastered on billboards and buses, at Salkow Law you will receive a level of personal service long forgotten at the ‘big’ firms. With us you will not be a faceless, nameless case file. We’ll answer any questions you have and make sure you have a full understanding of how the process works.
This is especially true for families that have lost a loved one in an accident. We won’t stop until we’ve gotten you fair compensation to alleviate the financial toll that unexpected devastation brings.
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