[04-08-2022] San Mateo County, CA – Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash Near Crystal Springs Reservoir Kills One, Injures Another

One person was killed and another was seriously injured following a fatal two-vehicle crash on Highway 92 on Friday, April 8, 2022.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the collision occurred at 4:29 p.m at Cañada Road, near Crystal Springs Reservoir.

An eastbound Honda sedan crossed into the westbound lane and reportedly collided with a BMW.

The BMW driver, a man from Half Moon Bay, was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Honda’s driver, a San Mateo woman, was seriously injured and was taken to Stanford Hospital.

The CHP estimated the highway would be closed in both directions for about two hours in an announcement made at 5:10 p.m.

The accident is still under investigation.

Statistics on Fatal Two-Vehicle Collisions

The number of car accidents in the United States has steadily increased over time. Automobile accidents claim the lives of nearly 1.25 million people a year. So, every day, there are approximately 3,287 people who lose their lives in fatal vehicle collisions.

In the United States, 11% of all traffic-related deaths occur in California. Automobile accidents in California resulted in 3,898 deaths and 276,823 injuries in 2017. Since 2013, the number of people killed in automobile accidents has increased by 23.5%.

Hundreds of pedestrians and bicyclists make their way through downtown California every day. In the blink of an eye, a car accident occurs. Drivers must be entirely focused at all times to prevent car accidents from happening.
Reckless driving, distracted driving, speeding, drunk driving, and mechanical failure are just some of the most common reasons car accidents happen.

Car Accident Lawyers in San Mateo County

If you think you have a case, hire a California car accident lawyer who can guide you through the maze of state laws governing car accidents.

Personal injury claims allow accident victims to recover damages such as medical bills, lost wages, emotional distress, and physical pain and suffering.

After an accident, it’s hard to know what to do next. Our accident attorneys at Arash Law have helped many people who have been injured to protect their legal rights and obtain the monetary compensation they are due. Our skilled personal injury lawyers assist clients in San Francisco, Riverside, San Jose, San Diego, Sacramento, and Sherman Oaks throughout California. Across the state, we’ve amassed over $500 million in collections for our customers.

Our San Mateo County car accident lawyers are familiar with insurance company tactics that reduce the amount of money awarded to accident victims due to their extensive experience. We can protect you from getting manipulated by these insurance companies. To arrange a no-obligation consultation, please contact us at (888) 488-1391. Accident victims’ legal rights are something we take very seriously.