Multi-Vehicle Collision on SR-87 in San Jose Causes Major Traffic Disruptions

A significant traffic collision involving four vehicles occurred on Saturday evening, March 29, 2025, on northbound State Route 87 near the West Capitol Expressway onramp in San Jose. The incident, reported at approximately 6:03 PM, involved a white Ram 1500, a gray Honda CR-V, a red Lexus SUV, and a gray Honda van. All vehicles deployed airbags upon impact, indicating the severity of the crash.

Emergency services promptly responded to the scene, with one individual transported to Valley Medical Center for treatment of a head injury. The collision resulted in the blockage of lanes 2, 3, and 4, causing significant traffic delays in the area. Tow services were dispatched to clear the damaged vehicles, which sustained major front-end and side damage.

Motorists are advised to exercise caution and seek alternate routes while cleanup and investigation efforts continue. Our thoughts are with those affected by this unfortunate incident, and we urge drivers to remain vigilant and prioritize safety on the roads.

Potential Legal Considerations

When someone is hurt because another person was careless, it’s called negligence. In a situation where a person gets hurt, the law looks at whether someone else did something wrong that caused the harm. For example, if a driver doesn’t pay attention and causes a car accident, they might be responsible for the injuries that happen because of their actions. The injured person, called the victim, has the right to seek help and possibly get compensation for what happened to them.

Victims of such incidents can file a claim with the insurance company of the person who caused the accident. This is because most people have insurance to cover accidents. The insurance company might pay for things like medical bills and other costs related to the injury. However, sometimes insurance companies might not want to pay the full amount, so the victim might need to get help from a lawyer to make sure they get what they deserve.

It’s important for victims to know their rights and understand that they can ask for help if they are hurt because of someone else’s mistake. They should keep records of everything related to the accident, like medical visits and any other expenses. This information can be very helpful when making an insurance claim or if they need to go to court to get fair compensation.