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A crash on Highway 70, a fall at a Wheatland venue or a boating accident at Bullards Bar can upend your life. We help injured people across Yuba County hold the right party responsible. Your case review is free.
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Key Takeaways
- Highway 70, Highway 65 and foothill lake country are the county's main injury settings.
- Two-lane highway crashes here often cause back, neck and spinal injuries; venue falls bring fractures and head injuries.
- Claims against the County of Yuba, Marysville, Wheatland or Yuba-Sutter Transit carry a six-month filing window Gov. Code 911.2.
- The CHP Yuba-Sutter Area, Marysville and Wheatland police and the Yuba County Sheriff write crash reports.
Why people in Yuba County choose Green Law Group
Highway 65 commuters, Beale families and foothill residents pick Green Law Group because the founding attorney knows medicine and 53 Google reviewers rate us 5.0 stars. Calls are answered 24/7, and the first review is free.
- Spine injuries get a trained eye. Steven D. Green once trained surgeons in the operating room on spine and cardiac devices, so Highway 70 crash records get close reading.
- Health law credentials. Cum laude, Loyola University Chicago School of Law, Health Law certificate.
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Common causes of serious injuries in Yuba County
Fast two-lane highways, growing suburbs south of Marysville, Wheatland's entertainment venues and foothill lakes shape Yuba County's injury picture. Highway 70 and 65 crashes lead the list.
- Highway 70 north of Marysville. Caltrans found the fatal-collision rate between Laurellen Road and South Honcut Creek well above the statewide average, with farm equipment, school bus stops and many driveways along the road. See our car accident and truck accident pages.
- Highway 65 near Olivehurst. Caltrans is rehabilitating the route and adding acceleration and deceleration lanes. Turning and merging traffic is a common factor in motorcycle crashes.
- Wheatland venues. The county lists Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and Toyota Amphitheatre among its major attractions. Falls, crowd injuries and poorly lit lots fall under premises liability, and pedestrians leaving events can be hurt by traffic (pedestrian accidents).
- Bullards Bar, Collins Lake and Lake Francis. The county promotes boating, camping, fishing and hiking in the foothills. Boat collisions and backcountry trail falls can cause serious injury.
- Farms and Beale AFB. The county calls agriculture a cornerstone of its economy, and it hosts Beale Air Force Base. Injured workers may have a workplace injury claim and sometimes a third-party claim.
Common injuries after accidents in Yuba County
Highway 70 and 65 collisions produce most of the neck, back and spinal harm we see from Yuba County. Wheatland crowds and parking lots add falls and fractures, and foothill boating and trail accidents can cause head injuries.
- Back and spinal injuries. Head-on and farm-equipment crashes on Highway 70 can fracture vertebrae or damage the cord. Read about back injuries and spinal cord injuries.
- Neck injuries. Merging and rear-end collisions on Highway 65 near Olivehurst often strain the neck or injure discs. See neck injuries.
- Fractures and head injuries. Falls in dim Wheatland venue lots and boat or trail accidents at Bullards Bar and Collins Lake can break bones or cause concussions.
- Fatal accidents. Families who lose someone in a highway crash or drowning may have a wrongful death claim.
Getting your crash report
The CHP Yuba-Sutter Area (1619 Poole Blvd, Yuba City) writes reports for highways and county roads on both sides of the Feather River. The Marysville and Wheatland police departments cover their cities, and the Yuba County Sheriff covers unincorporated communities such as Linda and Olivehurst.
Filing deadlines for Yuba County injury claims
The general deadline for an injury lawsuit is two years CCP 335.1. Claims involving the County of Yuba, the City of Marysville, the City of Wheatland or Yuba-Sutter Transit are different: a written claim is usually due within six months Gov. Code 911.2.
Local school districts and Caltrans, which runs Highways 70 and 65 through its District 3, follow the same claim rules, and property damage is included. Once a claim is rejected in writing, the suit generally must follow within six months Gov. Code 945.6. Injured children receive no extra time for government claims CCP 352. Use the Claim Clock to see your dates.
Injury cases we handle in Yuba County
Our Yuba County work covers highway crashes, lake and venue injuries, workplace harm, medical negligence and wrongful death.
- Personal injury
- Car accidents
- Truck accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Bicycle and pedestrian accidents
- Back injuries
- Neck injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Premises liability and slip and fall
- Medical malpractice
- Wrongful death
- Workplace injuries and workers' comp
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Cities and communities we serve in Yuba County
Marysville, home to the county government, and Wheatland are Yuba County's two incorporated cities. We also serve unincorporated communities, from Linda and Olivehurst to the foothills.
- Marysville
- Wheatland
- Linda
- Olivehurst
- Plumas Lake
- Arboga
- Beale AFB
- Loma Rica
- Browns Valley
- Oregon House
- Dobbins
- Challenge-Brownsville
- Camptonville
- Smartsville
Nearby counties
Yuba County borders six counties, from the valley floor to the northern Sierra. We take cases in all 58 California counties.
Reviewed by Steven D. Green, Esq. · Updated October 13, 2026
Client reviews
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Questions
Yuba County personal injury FAQ
What should I do after a crash with farm equipment or a truck on Highway 70?
See a doctor promptly, since heavy-vehicle impacts often cause back, neck and spinal injuries that are not obvious at the scene. Photograph the vehicles, any slow-moving-vehicle sign and the driveway or turnout involved. Get the operator's name and employer, because a farm or trucking company and its insurer may share responsibility. Then call us before you talk with their adjuster.
What if a Marysville city vehicle or a Yuba-Sutter Transit bus hit me?
You usually must file a written claim with that agency within six months (Government Code section 911.2) before you can sue. The City of Marysville, the City of Wheatland, the County of Yuba and the Yuba-Sutter Transit Authority each take their own claims. Missing the window can end the case, so call early.
Why is Highway 70 north of Marysville considered dangerous?
Caltrans studied the stretch between Laurellen Road and the South Honcut Creek Bridge and found a fatal-collision rate well above the statewide average. Its safety project adds wider shoulders, a center turn lane and passing lanes. A crash there is usually the other driver's fault, but road design can matter too.
I live out of the area and was hurt at a Wheatland concert venue or casino. Can I still make a claim?
Yes. Where you live does not limit a claim for an injury that happened in Yuba County. Report the fall or crowd injury to venue security before you leave, photograph the spot and lighting, and get names of staff and witnesses. Fractures, head injuries and sprains are common after these falls, so get checked and keep your ticket and receipts.
Who wrote my Yuba County crash report, and how do I get it?
Highway and unincorporated crashes go to the CHP Yuba-Sutter Area in Yuba City; request a copy with form CHP 190 and photo ID. Marysville crashes are usually handled by the Marysville Police Department and Wheatland crashes by the Wheatland Police Department. Your exchange-of-information slip should name the agency.
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