[06-03-2023] Alameda County, CA – 3 People Injured Following DUI Solo-Vehicle Crash on Hearst Avenue in Berkeley

Three people were injured after a car vs. tree DUI collision in Berkeley on Saturday morning, June 3, 2023.

According to the Berkeley Police Department, a local resident reported that the incident happened on 9th Street and Hearst Avenue at around 5:00 a.m.

The resident stated that a blue Hyundai Genesis Coupe flew off a roundabout into a tree, waking up the residents of northwest Berkeley.

All three occupants were injured, including the driver, Diego E., 28, who is being held under suspicion of DUI. The second victim walked home without getting treated. The third victim was rushed to Highland Hospital.

Motorists of Berkeley are advised to drive more carefully.

Dedicated DUI Accident Lawyers in Alameda County

DUI accident victims may experience frustration, confusion, and fear. In the event of a car accident, the negligent driver is legally responsible for your injuries and losses. The victim may face financial difficulties as a result of medical expenses and lost wages. State law protects those injured in drunk driving accidents in California.

Arash Law’s knowledgeable Alameda County DUI Accident victim lawyers, led by Arash Khorsandi, Esq., have extensive experience advocating for DUI accident victims. Our firm has recovered more than $500 million in compensation for our clients in California.

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What to Do After a DUI Accident

Alcohol- and drug-related accidents can result in physical injury, psychological distress, and financial hardship. After such an accident, the injured party’s rights, safety, and health must be protected. You can handle the accident’s aftermath effectively by following these steps:

• Inspect your body for injuries and seek medical attention immediately. Examine the condition of other people involved.
• Inform the authorities about the collision. Investigators will determine whether the driver was under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Obtain the at-fault driver’s name, address, phone number, license plate number, and insurance information.
• Photographing the accident scene, including the damaged vehicles and any injuries you or the other victims may have sustained, would be beneficial.
• Notify your insurance company of the accident and include all relevant information.
• Organize essential paperwork regarding the accident in a file.
• Call (888) 488-1391 to find out how our drunk driving accident attorneys can help you.

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DUI Accident Statistics

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 37 people are killed in drunk driving accidents every day in the United States. In 2021, there were 13,384 traffic deaths caused by drunk driving, a 14% increase from 2020.

Between 2016 and 2017, the California DUI Management Information System reported a 5.8% increase in fatal alcohol-related accidents. Drunk drivers endanger themselves and other road users. Furthermore, drunk drivers waste 2 billion gallons of fuel each year, harming the environment.

The number of drunk driving deaths in California in 2019 was 949, and the number of drunk driving deaths in the United States was 10,142. The state has a rate of 2.4 per 100,000 people, compared to 3.1 nationwide. Drunk driving was responsible for 26.3% of fatalities in California and 28.1% of traffic fatalities in the United States in 2014.