[07-14-2023] Mendocino County, CA – Female Passenger Sustained Severe Injuries After Solo-Vehicle DUI Collision in Ukiah

A woman was severely injured following a solo-vehicle DUI collision in Ukiah on Friday morning, July 14, 2023.

According to the Ukiah Police Department, the incident occurred on the 800 block of Mendocino Drive at around 2:00 a.m.

Officers of the UPD observed a vehicle that hit two unoccupied vehicles. Antonio A., the driver of the vehicle, showed signs of intoxication and was arrested for DUI with injury after having a blood alcohol level greater than .08%.

The female passenger was found unconscious with a large laceration on her head. Officers at the scene provided medical treatment while waiting for the medical response team to arrive and transported the victim to a nearby hospital.

No information was released regarding the identity of the victim.

Dedicated Drunk Driving Accident Victim Lawyers in Mendocino County

Feelings of fear, anger, or distrust are expected after a DUI accident. The at-fault driver usually covers an accident victim’s medical expenses. Medical costs and lost wages may pose significant financial hardships for injury victims.

It may be difficult to prevent all drunk driving accidents, but California law protects those injured in them. In a free consultation with our legal team, we will evaluate your case, discuss the next steps, and examine anything affecting the settlement you can receive.

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What Should You Do After a DUI Accident?

Accidents caused by drunk drivers often result in bodily injury and psychological trauma. After an accident, you must exercise extra caution to protect yourself and your loved ones. The following checklist will help you deal with the aftermath:

• It should be your top priority to get medical help. Also, check the condition of the other people involved.
• Inform the police about the collision. A police investigation will be conducted to determine whether the driver was under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
• Get essential details such as the driver’s name, contact details, license plate number, and insurance information.
• Take pictures of the accident scene, including the damaged vehicles and the victims’ injuries.
• You must report the accident to your insurance company and provide the necessary information regarding the accident.
• Please speak with our DUI accident lawyers in California. They’ll defend your rights and ensure you get the compensation you deserve.

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DUI Accident Statistics

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that drunk driving accidents cause 32 deaths every day, or one every 45 minutes. In 2020, drunk drivers caused 11,654 traffic deaths, an increase of 14% from the previous year.

The California DUI Management Information System found that alcohol-related traffic accidents increased by 5.8% between 2016 and 2017. Having an intoxicated driver on the road puts everyone at risk. The amount of fuel that drunk drivers waste each year is approximately 2 billion gallons.

Drunk driving caused 949 deaths in California in 2019. This is 2.4 per 100,000 people, while the national rate is 3.1 per 100,000. Drunk driving was a factor in 28.1% of road fatalities in the US and 26.3% in California in 2014.