[05-05-2022] Riverside County, CA – One Person Seriously Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash in Indio

A two-vehicle collision in Indio left one person with major injuries on Thursday, May 5.

According to the Riverside County Fire Department, the accident happened around 12:20 p.m. in the 81000 block of Highway 111.

According to fire officials, two people were trapped in the vehicles and had to be physically pulled from the wreckage.

The fire officials further stated that one of them was taken to the hospital with major injuries.

There were no further details available at the time, including the condition of the other trapped person.

The Indio Police Department is still investigating the cause of the crash.

Two-Vehicle Crash Statistics

The number of car accidents in the United States has increased significantly during the past few years. There are over 1.25 million deaths in catastrophic car accidents each year. Every day, a staggering 3,287 people lose their lives in car accidents. A further 20 to 50 million people have been injured or hindered.

The state of California accounts for nearly 10% of all fatal car accidents. In 2017, there were 485,866 car accidents in California, resulting in 3,898 deaths and 276,823 injuries. California’s mortality toll from automobile accidents has increased by 23.5% since 2013.

Head-on collisions are extremely violent incidents. During head-on collisions, a lot of energy is produced. This indicates that fatalities are more likely in this type of crash because of the additional energy.

Sadly, head-on collisions are fatal for many people. Even though head-on collisions account for only 2% of all accidents, they account for 10% of all fatalities on US roads. Distracted or fatigued drivers are more likely to be involved in head-on incidents.

Preventing collisions is as simple as maintaining your vehicle, becoming an adept driver, and paying attention to the road.

Riverside County Car Accident Lawyers

It may be difficult to return to your normal routine following a traumatic crash. Some victims may find themselves out of work for an extended period of time as their injuries heal.

People who have been hurt in these situations are entitled to file a claim for compensation with a lawyer’s help. A personal injury lawsuit can be used to recover damages such as medical bills, lost wages, and emotional anguish as a result of the accident.

Our Riverside County car accident lawyers at Arash Law can help accident victims get the compensation they are due. While doing so, they will hold the party responsible for their client’s injuries and other harms.

Keeping our clients’ legal rights secure allows them to concentrate on healing. Please contact us at (888) 488-1391 or via email to arrange your complimentary consultation. The sooner you retain the services of an experienced car accident attorney, the better off you’ll be in terms of protecting your legal rights.