[05-18-2022] Contra Costa County, CA – Car Crash in Antioch Injures Three People

According to the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District, three people were injured in a three-vehicle crash in Antioch on Wednesday, May 18, 2022.

The crash occurred at 10:02 a.m. at Lone Tree Way and Golf Course Road.

Three people were reportedly injured, two of whom were in critical condition, and another who suffered major injuries.

The vehicle had at least one person trapped inside.

Three AMR units were dispatched to the scene, and several lanes were blocked.

A 60-year-old man, a 37-year-old man, and a 51-year-old woman were all transported to a local hospital after being injured.

The Antioch Police Department is still investigating the crash.

Single-Vehicle Crash Statistics

Even though single-vehicle collisions are among the most lethal on California’s roads, many motorists aren’t aware of this fact.

Sixty-two percent of all fatal car accidents in California involve only one vehicle, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). As a result of California’s high number of single-vehicle accidents, drivers must be aware of all of the various factors at play.

A single-vehicle collision can be caused by a wide range of factors. It is common for a single-car accident to occur if the driver is speeding or making sharp turns on a wet or slippery road and loses control. A large branch or a piece of debris from a truck’s bed may also litter the road.

An accident resulting from an unexpected occurrence such as an animal jumping in front of your car is likely to limit your compensation under your insurance policy’s comprehensive coverage plan.

Contra Costa County Car Accident Lawyers

Because of their injuries, many car accident victims are unable to return to work or school. Negligent drivers are not exonerated from responsibility for their actions even if a victim is killed. Any of the deceased victim’s surviving family members (or legal heirs) can file a wrongful death lawsuit against the driver who caused their death as a result of their carelessness.

This process is extremely difficult for them to go through. Victims must testify about their losses in front of strangers in depositions and trials. One’s mental health can take a significant toll during the course of a lengthy legal battle.

It is critical to hold negligent drivers accountable if they cause an accident. Accountability is critical in cases where negligence has resulted in an unnecessarily large death toll. For grieving families, filing a wrongful death claim can be draining, but it can also bring some solace. This is good news for everyone who drives in California.

Our Contra Costa County car accident lawyers at Arash Law have decades of combined experience and have won more than $500 million in verdicts and settlements for clients throughout California. People come to us from all over the state of California. Call (888) 488-1391 or visit our website to schedule a free consultation with one of our experienced car accident lawyers.