[07-15-2022] Santa Barbara County, CA – Multi-vehicle Collision Injured Several People on Highway 154 near Cachuma Lake

According to the California Highway Patrol, a multi-vehicle crash injured several people on Highway 154 in Santa Barbara County Friday afternoon, July 15, 2022.

According to the CHP, the crash occurred around 3:00 p.m. near Cachuma Lake.

Initial reports into the California Highway Patrol were that five vehicles might be involved, including one vehicle into a ditch.

At least one ambulance was requested at the scene.

The injured party was transported to the nearest hospital, but the nature and extent of their injuries are still unknown.

The investigation into the crash is still ongoing.

There are no more details available.

Multi-Vehicle Crash Statistics

American roads have some of the world’s worst traffic congestion. There are 280 million registered vehicles, and 227.5 million people drive daily.

At least six million people in the United States are injured or killed yearly in car accidents. Over 38,000 people die each year due to car accidents, the leading cause of death in the US.

Multi-vehicle collisions are good examples of this. A multi-vehicle collision occurs when three or more vehicles collide. A chain-reaction accident occurs when two vehicles collide on the road, causing a third vehicle to strike the first.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) data shows over 13,000 fatalities in passenger car multi-vehicle collisions in just the last year. Unfortunately, they’re responsible for most car accidents.

Santa Barbara County Car Accident Lawyers

An investigation is more difficult when many vehicles are involved in a single accident. Survivors of multiple-vehicle collisions may find it difficult to deal with the stress and grief they’ve felt since the accident.

You should hire a car accident lawyer if you’ve been injured. In a personal injury lawsuit, the plaintiff must receive monetary compensation for all the abovementioned damages.

After a collision, a skilled attorney will investigate every facet of the case. All your losses should be compensated, no matter who was at fault or what insurance plans you had available.

Our Santa Barbara County car accident lawyers at Arash Law are ready to fight for the compensation you are entitled to following a car accident. An effective lawyer can help you protect your legal rights immediately after a car accident. Call us at (888) 488-1391 for a free consultation with one of our experienced attorneys.