[02-28-2022] Orange County, CA – One Man Injured in Car and Metrolink Train Crash in Santa Ana

One unidentified person was injured after a Metrolink train struck a vehicle between Santa Ana and Tustin on Monday, February 28, 2022.

The train accident occurred shortly after 5:00 p.m. at the 1800 block of E Wilshire in Santa Ana.

Orange County Fire Authority paramedics assessed one person from the car and determined that they had minor injuries.

The person refused to be taken to the hospital.

There are no other details available.

The accident’s cause is still being investigated.

Train Accident Statistics

Approximately 5,800 train-car accidents occur in the United States each year, with the majority occurring near railroad crossings. About 600 people die, and 2,300 are injured daily in these accidents, which occur on a regular basis.

At railroad crossings, more than half of all fatal accidents occur. This is mainly due to the absence of active safety mechanisms, insufficient safety measures, or even no security devices at all at these crossings.

When a train collides with a car during the day, approximately 75% of all collisions occur. A little more than half of the time, it happens at night. Cars are at risk of being hit by a train if a crossing is not clearly marked.

According to the Federal Railroad Administration, more than one-third of railroad crossings lack proper warning equipment.

Only 5% of all rail incidents in California in 2007 were due to mechanical breakdowns, whereas human error was responsible for 48% of all incidents. Collisions could be caused by issues specific to the railroad industry.

Most train accidents are caused by a lack of safety measures and inadequate security.

Orange County Train Accident Lawyer for Injured Victims of Train Crash

Injuries can occur at any time. It is common for accidents to result in unanticipated costs, pain, suffering, and stress for those who have been injured. A personal injury lawyer can advise you on what to do if you’ve been injured in an accident.

When it comes to filing a claim against an accident, car accident lawyers understand the importance of time. Choosing a car accident lawyer with a proven track record of successful cases and resources is essential. You’ll feel more at ease knowing that the firm you’ve chosen has a successful track record.

Compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages may be available in the event of a train accident.

Getting hurt in a car accident can have a profound effect on you and your family. Your life can be turned upside down by the physical, financial, and emotional toll that it takes. Our Orange County train accident lawyers at Arash Law are prepared to help you through the process and recover the compensation you deserve. Free consultations are available 24 hours a day at our car accident law firm. Call us at (888) 488-1391