[07-01-2022] Kern County, CA – Two People Injured in DUI Crash in Bakersfield

According to the Bakersfield Police Department, two people were injured in Bakersfield early Friday morning, July 1, 2022.

According to the authorities, the crash occurred just before 3:00 a.m. on South H Street and Belle Terrace.

According to officials, two vehicles were reportedly involved in the crash. There were only two male drivers in each car.

According to officials, one driver had moderate injuries, and the other had life-threatening ones.

Both were brought to a nearby hospital for medical attention.

According to officials, the collision appears to have been caused by speed and alcohol intoxication.

The crash remains under investigation.

DUI Accident Statistics

It is especially dangerous for pedestrians to be in the path of traffic. As a result of their lack of protection, they are the most vulnerable.

The number of people killed or injured while crossing the street on foot in the United States has risen sharply in recent years. Between 2007 and 2016, the number of pedestrian deaths increased by 27%, while the number of deaths due to traffic decreased by 14%.

Operating a motor vehicle after consuming drugs or alcohol is a criminal offense. In the United States, there are a lot of drunk-driving accidents, which is a shame.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), accidents involving drunk driving kill about 30 people a day. In the United States, drunk drivers are responsible for nearly one-third of all fatal car accidents. The blood alcohol content (BAC) levels of 60% of these drivers were above the legal limit.

Kern County DUI Accident Lawyers for Injured Victims

When a pedestrian is hit by a car, it is extremely uncommon for them to fully recover and return to their normal activities. If you’ve been injured in a car accident in California, you have the legal right to sue for damages from the party at fault.

Suing for damages caused by the other driver’s carelessness may be an option, depending on the specifics of your case. Long recovery times and high medical bills can result from an accident like this.

Our Kern County DUI accident victims lawyers at Arash Law are ready to fight for the rights of those who have been injured in an accident because of a drunk driver’s negligence. Drunk drivers must be held accountable for their careless and often fatal actions. Compensation should be given to those who have been injured in DUI accidents. It is their job to fight for them to get the compensation they deserve.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a California drunk driving accident, our legal team is here to help. Call us at (888) 488-1391 or complete our online intake form to schedule a free case evaluation with one of our experienced attorneys.