[04-19-2023] Butte County, CA – One Person Injured After Rollover DUI Crash in Cohasset

One person was injured after a rollover DUI crash in Cohasset, Butte County, on Wednesday afternoon, April 19, 2023.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the collision occurred around 3:01 p.m. along Cohasset Road near Sigler Lane.

A white Dodge Ram lost control while driving and rolled over on the road. The male driver sustained head injuries while the female passenger was unharmed.

The driver was arrested for driving under the influence and charged with illegally possessing firearms.

The authorities are conducting an investigation into the crash.

Trusted Butte County Drunk Driving Accident Lawyers for Victims

In California, injured victims of drunk drivers can seek legal assistance. If you or a loved one has recently been injured or killed and needs help filing an insurance claim, please contact us.

One of our attorneys will review your case at no charge. They will explain the next steps and discuss any variables affecting the settlement offer.

Our trusted Butte County drunk driving accident victim lawyers at Arash Law, led by Arash Khorsandi, Esq., have extensive experience and recognition advocating for accident victims, with awarded compensation totaling $500 million.
Call (888) 488-1391 now or fill out the “Do I Have a Case?” form on our website to set up a free consultation with one of our attorneys.

What to Do After a DUI Accident

Accidents caused by drunk drivers are a common cause of litigation for large insurance companies. Always remember that the insurance company is not on your side. They look out for their financial interests first and foremost, and not necessarily yours.

The insurance sector devotes significant resources to ensuring its employees always put their customers first. After being involved in an accident caused by a drunk driver, your insurance company may contact you. Never give in to coercion of any kind. They are not looking out for your best interests, so you shouldn’t trust them. Here’s some advice from our California DUI accident attorneys on negotiating with insurance companies after a DUI-related accident.

• Do not panic. Don’t let your emotions distract you; keep a level head.
• Put your car somewhere secure and out of traffic if you can.
• Call 911 immediately if there are any injuries or substantial vehicle damages.
• Collect information from all parties involved in the incident, including names, addresses, phone numbers, and insurance details.
• Do not apologize or accept guilt even if you believe you were at fault. Who is at fault should be determined by the police and insurance companies.
• If you or anyone involved in the incident has injuries, seek medical attention immediately.
• Get in touch with your insurer right away and give them the details of what happened.

When interacting with insurance adjusters, it is vital to be truthful about the situation at hand.

Keep track of relevant documents like police reports, hospital bills, and insurance notifications following an accident.

Consult an accident attorney for advice and representation if you have questions about your legal options or are facing legal action.

DUI Accident Statistics

Drunk driving was responsible for the deaths of 10,142 individuals in 2019. There were 949 fatalities in California attributed to DUI that year, or 2.4 for every 100,000 residents. The death rate was 3.1% per 100,000 people in the country.

Drunk driving is a significant cause of death in California, with a fatality rate of 26.3%. The average across all of America is 28.1%.

Despite a study showing decreased drunk driving fatalities and accidents throughout the 1980s, thousands of drivers continue to put themselves, other drivers, and law enforcement at risk every year.
The legal blood alcohol concentration limit in California is 0.08. Drunk drivers pose a threat to pedestrians and other motorists due to their impaired judgment and reaction time.