[01-29-2022] Kern County, CA – One Person Killed After a Fatal Head-On Crash in Weldon

One unidentified person was killed after a deadly head-on traffic collision in Weldon on Saturday morning, January 29, 2022.

The accident happened at approximately 11:45 a.m. on Highway 178 near Kelso Creek Road in Weldon.

A pickup truck and a sedan collided on the roadway for unclear reasons. The circumstances leading up to the crash have not been established.

At least one person was killed in the collision. They were pronounced dead at the scene. Meanwhile, another person sustained unspecified injuries and was rushed to an area hospital for treatment.

The names of the people involved haven’t been revealed yet. It’s unknown whether the crash was caused by drugs or alcohol.

Local authorities are further investigating the cause of the collision.

Fatal Head-On Crash Statistics

When two cars collide head-on while traveling in opposing directions, it is known as a head-on collision. These collisions can result in serious injuries and even death, even at low speeds.

One of the deadliest sorts of car accidents is a head-on collision. In a head-on collision, the collision force is significantly greater than in other types of car accidents.

According to statistics, head-on collisions account for only 2% of all mishaps, yet they account for over 10% of driving fatalities.

Head-on collisions account for 13% of all fatal crashes in rural regions. Just a few head-on crashes occur in metropolitan areas, accounting for less than 7% of all fatal incidents.

Negligent driving, such as inattentive driving, excessive speeding, and other types of reckless driving, are the most common causes of head-on collisions.

Fatal Head-On Collision Lawyers for Victims in Kern County

The aftermath can be upsetting and stressful for those who have lost loved ones in a head-on collision. Following a terrible death, the family of a deceased loved one may file a wrongful death lawsuit against the responsible party.

Because of the seriousness of a head-on collision, it’s critical to hire an attorney who understands how to investigate these claims properly and is willing to hire experts in biomechanical engineering and accident reconstruction to prove the at-fault driver’s negligence.

In California, surviving spouses can sue for loss of consortium damages. The term “loss of consortium” reflects the emotional losses when a spouse dies unexpectedly.

The experienced Kern County head-on collision lawyers from Arash Law are here to help those who have lost their loved ones in fatal car accidents. For decades, our firm has represented clients in California, obtaining multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts on their behalf.

You can come to any of our offices in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Francisco, Riverside, Orange County, and San Diego. Call (888) 488-1391 for a FREE Consultation with one of our Alameda County Head-On Collision attorneys.