[02-12-2023] San Diego County, CA -Three People Hospitalized After Two-Car Collision in Oak Park

A two-vehicle collision resulted in three people being injured in San Diego on Sunday morning, February 12, 2023.

According to reports, the collision occurred around 10:51 a.m. in the 3100 block of Chollas Road, Oak Park.

Authorities stated that a black Volkswagen SUV driver was traveling southbound with a child in the vehicle.

At the same time, the driver of a red Nissan was driving north with her grandchild when she allegedly crossed the opposite lane and collided with the vehicle.

Paramedics responded to the scene and transported three victims to Paradise Valley Hospital for minor injuries.

After the collision, traffic was blocked in both directions for about an hour.

Authorities were investigating the crash.

Two-Vehicle Collision Statistics

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System estimates that 35,766 people died in car accidents in the United States in 2020. One death was reported for every 100 million kilometers driven, 11.7 per 100,000 people.

According to the California Office of Traffic Safety, approximately 19,938 car accidents resulted in injuries or fatalities in 2019. A decrease of 1.6% was observed over the previous year.

More Californians were killed in car accidents in 2014 than in 2013. In 2017, there were 4,850,777 car accidents, with 3,898 people killed and 276,823 injured. According to data, in 2018, nine people were killed on the streets of the state for every 100,000 residents.

Human error, such as speeding, drunk driving, texting, and driving, causes most car accidents. Several factors can contribute to an accident, including the weather, road layout, and difficulty driving a vehicle.

When driving, you must keep a safe following and leading distance, obey traffic laws, and keep yourself and other road users safe. Even with these precautions, tragic car accidents occur regularly.

What Should I Do After an Accident

We recognize that this is a difficult period for you. Our team can provide you with a police report for this incident. We will contact the appropriate individuals to obtain the report in response to your request. Once you have initiated the claims process, you can recover compensation for your injuries.

You won’t have to worry about paying us upfront — we will handle everything, including filing your claim. You can also count on us to ensure the responsible party’s insurance company pays your medical bills.

Feel free to contact our firm if you have questions or concerns about how to proceed.

Car Accident Lawyers in San Diego

There may be a more extended recovery period for traumatized accident victims, and they may need to consume more resources. As a result, they might incur medical expenses and be unable to work for an extended period.

Knowing how to proceed after filing an insurance claim can take time and effort. You can rest assured that our firm will provide you with the most effective representation of your complaint.

You can reduce your financial burden by receiving compensation from the responsible party or insurance company. It is highly advised that you seek the counsel of a competent attorney who will help you navigate the exhaustive legal process and win your case.

Our San Diego car accident lawyers at Arash Law, headed by Arash Khorsandi, Esq., are committed to defending our client’s rights in court. You may count on us to hasten your recovery to get back to your regular schedule as soon as possible.

Contact us by calling (888) 488-1391 or fill out the website’s “Do I Have A Case?” form to learn more about your legal options.