Maria Wilfong of Orland Killed in Malton Switch Road Collision [Tehama County, CA]

Tehama County, CA (December 12, 2022) – On Friday, Maria Wilfong, 59 of Orland, died, while Patrick Dempsey, 60, of Chico, sustained injuries in a Malton Switch Road collision.

The fatal traffic crash took place at about 4:10 p.m. at County Road P. 

CHP said Patrick Dempsey was westbound in a Ford Transit on Malton Switch Road at an unknown speed. 

At the same time, Maria Wilfong was northbound in a Chevrolet Camaro on County Road P at unknown speeds. Officers said she failed to yield the right of way and collided with Dempsey’s Transit. 

The authorities declared Maria Wilfong dead at the scene while the authorities airlifted Patrick Dempsey with major injuries. 

Meanwhile, officers said they do not consider driving under the influence as a factor in the accident. Officers are still investigating the Malton Switch Road collision. 

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Sweet Lawyers extends our condolences to the family of Maria Wilfong. Our hearts are with you through these trying times.

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Traffic Accidents Could Be Deadly

Nowadays, unexpected death could happen at any time much like the Malton Switch Road collision. Consequently, a person’s negligence can have devastating effects on other people.

Thus, knowing that when a person dies or is killed due to another’s negligence or misconduct, the bereaved can sue the negligent parties for the damages that they caused.

Additionally, when the bereaved of Maria Wilfong files for a wrongful death claim, economic and non-economic damages are taken into consideration. Moreover, these can include high medical bills, loss of benefits, funeral services costs, emotional distress, loss of income, loss of companionship, and much more.

Our litigators here at Sweet Lawyers would love to tell you more about a possible wrongful death case. Reach out to us at (800) 674 7852.

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