Crash
Injury Extent Not Confirmed After Collision on State Route 78 in California
Incident record
September 14, 2026
3:27 p.m.
eastbound State Route 78 west of Jefferson Street
California
California
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1 injured
None reported
Clear · 106°F · 7 mph wind
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A traffic collision was reported on eastbound State Route 78 west of Jefferson Street in California, according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. The incident, logged at 3:27 p.m. on Sep. 14, was classified in dispatch records as a collision with unknown injuries. Temperatures near 106 degrees were recorded in the area at the time.
Dispatch did not specify how many vehicles were involved, whether anyone was hurt, or what may have caused 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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