[02-21-2022] San Bernardino County, CA – 10-Month-Old Child Killed, Mother and Sister Injured in Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash Along National Trails Highway

10-month-old Liam G. was killed, and his mother and sister were airlifted after a head-on collision between a semi and a pick-up truck in Helendale on Monday night, February 21, 2022.

The fatal two-vehicle crash occurred at 8:16 p.m. on National Trails Highway and Hodge Road.

Firefighters from San Bernardino County arrived at the scene and pronounced the child dead while two other occupants were still trapped.

Two helicopters were requested to land in the roadway after firefighters freed the victims from the wreckage.

A Mercy Air helicopter transported the truck driver to Antelope Valley Hospital, while another person was airlifted to Arrowhead Regional Medical Center.

There are no details disclosed yet about the condition of the others involved.

Additionally, according to emergency workers, approximately 30 gallons of fuel spilled on the right shoulder of the road were contained.

Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash Statistics

It’s no secret that California is a great place to spend time with family and friends. The population of California continues to grow. California, on the other hand, has some drawbacks. The country’s road safety record is among the worst in the world.

Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Fatality Facts 2018 found that California had the most car accidents and fatalities. Because of the state’s large population, there may be an increase in the number of traffic accidents.

In California, a car accident is reported every three minutes. Every hour, on average, there were 20 accidents in 2017. Many accidents go unreported, so police and insurance companies may be underestimating the true number of collisions.

Some of the most common causes of these collisions are drunk or distracted drivers, speeders, distracted pedestrians, and drivers who ignore traffic laws.

San Bernardino County Car Accident Lawyer for Victims of Fatal Two-Vehicle Collisions

When a loved one dies in a car accident, it can be especially difficult to cope with the loss. Even though it will take some time to come to terms with the sudden loss, there is still hope for you to manage and rebuild your life.

A common first step for bereaved families after a fatal car accident is to contact an experienced and compassionate lawyer. An experienced lawyer can help you get the compensation you deserve when you file a wrongful death lawsuit.

Families of the deceased can file wrongful death lawsuits to recover damages for the losses they have suffered as a result of the accident. Those who have lost their income due to an injury or a sudden death can also benefit from this type of financial help. The lawsuit could save the lives of other families.

Our San Bernardino County car accident lawyers at Arash Law are ready to fight for you and your family’s financial well-being. Unless and until we win your case, you’re under no obligation to pay our fees. To set up a free consultation about your lawsuit, you can reach our attorneys by phone at (888) 488-1391 or by email.