[06-06-2022] Stanislaus County, CA – Two People Injured Following a Traffic Crash Involving a Suspected DUI Driver in Modesto

At least two people were hurt, including a police officer, after a traffic crash involving a suspected DUI driver in Modesto on Monday night, June 6, 2022.

The accident happened at approximately 7:42 p.m. at the intersection of Sick Road and Whitcomb Way.

The Modesto police officer was heading northbound on Sick Road when another driver failed to stop for a posted stop sign at the intersection. The driver then struck the police officer’s vehicle.

The officer sustained minor injuries in the mishap, while the second driver was taken to an area hospital for treatment.

Authorities suspect that the second driver may have been under the influence at the time of the accident.

Local authorities are further investigating the accident.

DUI Crash Statistics

Road safety is a fundamental human right. Drunk drivers jeopardize the lives of others. Strict restrictions are in place across the country to reduce drunk driving instances.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, each year, roughly 10,000 individuals are killed in DUI crashes. Approximately 18% of fatal car accidents are caused by alcohol or other drugs.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, approximately 30 people are killed in drunk driving incidents each year. Drunk driving is responsible for around 30% of all traffic-related deaths in the United States.

More than 60% of these drivers have a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) above the legal limit, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

In 2018, California had 127,250 DUI arrests, 474 of which were for people under 18. There were 4,944 arrests for various offenses. The number of DUI arrests fell by 5% in 2017.

If you are ever on the road with a drunk driver, you can protect yourself by avoiding driving at night when most people are drinking and paying close attention to how other drivers act around you.

Stanislaus County DUI Accident Victim Lawyers

After a DUI accident, you may not know where to turn for help. Even though the driver has been arrested, how can you get the money you need to repair your injuries?

Aside from medical expenses, DUI offenders frequently face lost wages owing to time away from work, reduced earning capacity, and damage to their automobiles and other property. Furthermore, many accident victims suffer significant pain, suffering, and emotional distress due to a drunk driving accident.

By filing a lawsuit against a drunk driver, you can seek reimbursement for these and other expenses. Our experienced Stanislaus County drunk driving accident victim lawyers from Arash Law will guide you through the process, starting with a free consultation to educate you on your legal rights and options for filing a claim.

Arash Law’s legal team consists of skilled negotiators who will work tirelessly to obtain a full and equitable settlement. Consultations are always free, and we will advise you on your legal rights and options and pursue financial recovery whenever possible. Please do not hesitate to contact us today by phone or email if you require assistance. Please call (888) 488-1391 to schedule a free consultation with one of our attorneys.