Santa Clara, CA - Injury Vehicle Crash Occurs at Watsonville & Uvas Rds

Santa Clara, CA (March 6, 2025) – According to a Santa Clara PD press release, an injury crash happened on Thursday in Morgan Hill on Watsonville Road at Uvas Road in Santa Clara County.

The two-vehicle collision occurred around 7:20 a.m. CHP officials reported major damage to the vehicles involved, including a white van and a white truck. Paramedics responded and located at least one person with non-life threatening injuries, but it’s unknown if anyone was taken to a hospital.

Tow trucks removed both vehicles from the intersection and the roadway reopened to traffic before 8:00 a.m., the report said. Officials are urging witnesses to step forward with any information that might aid in their investigation.

Our thoughts also go out to any injured victims and their families.

Serious Vehicle Crashes in California

Motor vehicle accidents are common on many different routes in California. As a result of events like this, victims and their families usually experience severe injuries, financial difficulties, and mental trauma. In order to support your physical, emotional, and financial rehabilitation following an accident, you need to have a thorough understanding of your legal rights and alternatives.

In California, car accidents are governed by regulations that create liability based on responsibility. When victims submit a claim for compensation, they may be compensated for losses like missed wages, medical costs, auto repairs, and psychological suffering. Even if their level of blame will result in a lower amount of compensation, California's comparative negligence laws permit injured parties to seek damages even if they share some responsibility for the accident.

To support your claim, it is essential to quickly record injuries, get a police report, and save supporting documentation like witness statements or photos. Since California has a two-year statute of limitations for personal injury lawsuits, you must get legal counsel as soon as possible.

When accidents happen on high-speed routes like State Route 14, the forces involved usually cause more serious injuries than when accidents happen on other roads. Due to the possibility of significant medical costs and extended recovery times, victims need legal counsel. A skilled lawyer can help you negotiate a fair wage, handle the complexities of insurance claims, and, if needed, take your case to court.

If you or a loved one has been injured in an auto accident, consulting with a skilled attorney can provide clarity and confidence during a difficult time. At Countrywide Trial Lawyers, our Santa Clara auto accident attorneys are dedicated to helping you achieve justice and recover the compensation you deserve. Call us at 844-844-9119 for compassionate and personalized legal guidance today.