[02-20-2023] Kern County, CA – One Man Injured After Collision Involving DUI Driver on Old River Road

According to the California Highway Patrol, one man was injured after getting struck by a man believed to be under the influence in Kern County on Monday night, February 20, 2023.

The crash occurred Monday night on Old River Road.

The suspected DUI driver reportedly struck a tractor while operating a 2008 Chevy sedan.

The tractor eventually crashed down an embankment, but the driver was only slightly injured.

The CHP reported that the Chevy driver was taken to the hospital with serious injuries, where he is still listed in critical condition.

He is suspected of driving under the influence.

DUI Accident Statistics

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that about 32 people are killed in drunk driving accidents every day in the United States, or about one every 45 minutes.

The number of people killed in car accidents due to drunk driving rose to 11,654 in 2020, up 14% from the year before.

According to the California DUI Management Information System findings, the number of fatalities resulting from alcohol-related traffic accidents rose by 5.8 percent between 2016 and 2017.

Intoxicated drivers pose a threat to themselves, other people on the road, and the natural world. Drunk drivers waste around two billion gallons of gas annually due to reckless driving.

According to these results, everyone should refrain from driving after consuming excessive amounts of alcohol and keep a close eye on their drinking habits.

What Should I Do After an Accident?

Be responsible for calling the police and waiting for them to arrive. If you are interviewed at the accident scene, be honest about what you saw and felt. Never assume anything when talking about something you don’t fully understand. A victim’s shock or anxiety following an accident may lead them to apologize profusely, even if they were not at fault. Insurance companies can interpret this act of kindness as evidence of your admission of guilt to avoid paying out a claim.

Injuries to pedestrians, cyclists, and vehicle occupants are all a result of California’s high rate of traffic accidents. Whether or not you were in a car at the time of the accident, our team of skilled lawyers is here to help. While you focus on getting better, we’ll handle filing the necessary legal paperwork and keep you updated on the status of your claim.

Kern County DUI Accident Victims Lawyers

You may feel a wide range of emotions after being hurt in a DUI-related accident. You might get angry, confused, or scared sometimes. You may be interested in reading on to find out the outcome.

Whoever hit you was careless and should pay for your injuries. Severe injuries put people in a difficult financial position because of medical costs and lost wages.

Unfortunately, staying sober while driving increases the odds that an accident won’t happen. In the event of an accident caused by a drunk driver, you would be covered by California law.

Our Kern County DUI accident victims lawyers at Arash Law, led by Arash Khorsandi, Esq., are devoted to fighting for the rights of those who have been wronged due to these accidents. Drunk drivers who cause accidents should be held financially and criminally responsible for their actions.

For our clients to be able to afford potentially life-saving medical care and support their families, we aim to secure the largest settlement possible in their cases. Please call (888) 488-1391 or fill out our “Do I Have A Case?” form to schedule a free consultation with one of our DUI accident lawyers.