Crash
Crash on Eastbound SR-118 Near Balboa Boulevard Leaves Injury Status Unreported
Incident record
September 6, 2026
5:31 p.m.
eastbound State Route 118 at the Balboa Boulevard off-ramp
Newport Beach, Orange County, CA
California
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1 injured
None reported
Light drizzle · 74°F · 5 mph wind
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A traffic collision was reported on eastbound State Route 118 at the Balboa Boulevard off-ramp in Newport Beach at 5:31 p.m. on Sept. 6, according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. The report listed the injury status as unknown, with light drizzle noted in the area at the time.
CHP dispatch did not confirm whether anyone was hurt, and the record did not include how many vehicles were involved or what led to the crash.
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California accident information
- 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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