[01-13-2022] Kern County, CA – Injuries Reported Following a Truck Crash in Bakersfield

Injuries were reported after a truck crash at an intersection in Bakersfield on Thursday morning, January 13, 2022.

The accident occurred in the area of Old River Road and Taft Highway in Bakersfield at approximately 6:00 a.m.

Two semi-trucks collided at the intersection for unclear reasons. The circumstances leading up to the crash have not been established.

Minor injuries were reported following the collision. The number of injured parties and their identities have not been disclosed.

Local authorities are further investigating the cause of the collision. They will attempt to determine whether drugs or alcohol played a role in the collision.

Truck Accident Statistics

The size and speed of a large truck are a deadly combination for smaller vehicles. Keep in mind that a fully loaded tractor-trailer can weigh as much as 80,000 pounds, compared to the 4,000 pounds of an average mid-size sedan. Even if an accident between a passenger vehicle and a large truck occurs at slow speeds, incredible damage can still result. Those who choose a truck driving career need extra training and diligence to keep everyone safe on the road.

In 2019, 4,119 people lost their lives in large truck crashes. There was a 31 percent increase in deaths from truck crashes between 2009 and 2019, despite advances in technology and safety.

California has one of the highest rates of truck accidents. In 2019, 3,316 fatal crashes were resulting in 3,606 deaths. There were 320 fatal large truck crashes, and occupants of large trucks accounted for 44 of those fatalities.

A variety of factors lead to large truck accidents. Often professional truck drivers feel pressure to make their deliveries as quickly as possible, and they must operate under strict deadlines. This causes them to cut corners regarding federal regulations and safety. A tired or careless truck driver behind the wheel of a vehicle that weighs 20 times more than the other vehicles on the road is a recipe for disaster.

Bakersfield Truck Crash Lawyers for Victims

When a truck accident can be traced back to the negligence or carelessness of a semi-truck driver, the seasoned Bakersfield truck crash lawyers from Arash Law can hold them liable for their actions.

Our attorneys work with experts in the industry to determine what caused a truck accident and who should be held accountable for the ensuing damages.

Bakersfield truck crash lawyers can also help you find out if you can file a personal injury lawsuit against the truck driver, the trucking company, the vehicle or parts manufacturer, or other parties. If you can, your Bakersfield truck crash lawyers can estimate the amount of compensation you deserve for your injuries.

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