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Atherton Crash on Southbound 101 Leaves Injury Status Unreported

By Nationwide Report StaffOctober 28, 2026 at 7:06 a.m.

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Date

October 28, 2026

Time

7:06 a.m.

Roadway

southbound U.S. Highway 101 at the Atherton Avenue on-ramp

Location

Atherton, San Mateo County, CA

State

California

Vehicles

—

Injuries

1 injured

Fatalities

None reported

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A traffic collision was reported on southbound U.S. Highway 101 at the Atherton Avenue on-ramp in Atherton on Oct 28, 2026, at 7:06 a.m., according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. The dispatch listed the injury status as unknown, so whether anyone was hurt has not been confirmed.

Dispatch records did not specify how many vehicles were involved or what led to the crash, and no cause has been reported.

Source: CHP dispatch records

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Injury statute of limitations: 2 years (From date of injury (CCP 335.1).)
Wrongful death statute of limitations: 2 years (From date of death (CCP 377.60).)
Fault rule: California uses pure comparative negligence: partial fault reduces recovery proportionally but does not bar it.
Citations: CCP 335.1 (SoL); CCP 377.60 (wrongful death); pure comparative per Li v. Yellow Cab
Crash report agency: California Highway Patrol (CHP 190 request) for CHP-investigated crashes; local police/sheriff otherwise.

This information is provided for general educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney in your state for guidance about your specific situation.

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