[07-25-2023] Tehama County, CA – 1 Person Injured Following DUI Solo-Vehicle Crash in Red Bluff

The passenger of a pickup truck was injured after a DUI solo-vehicle crash in Red Bluff on Tuesday evening, July 25, 2023.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the incident occurred near West Avenue and Kaer Avenue at around 10:30 p.m.

A pickup truck was reported to have crashed into a home in Red Bluff. Alcohol was believed to have been a contributing factor in this incident, leading to the arrest of the truck driver for DUI.

The victim, the pickup truck passenger, was brought to a local hospital for treatment of minor injuries. Fortunately, no one inside the home was injured in the collision.

No information was released regarding the identities of the people involved.

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Feeling fear, anger, or distrust is normal after a DUI accident. Accident victims usually have their medical expenses covered by the at-fault driver. Medical costs and lost wages can pose significant financial hardships for injury victims.

While drunk driving accidents are difficult to prevent, California law protects those injured in them. Our legal team will evaluate your case, discuss the next steps to take, and examine anything affecting the settlement you can receive in your free consultation.

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What Should You Do After a DUI Accident?

Drunk driving accidents often result in bodily injury and psychological trauma. Protect yourself and your loved ones after an accident by exercising extra caution. You can handle the aftermath by following this checklist:

• Get medical help immediately. 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.
• Report the accident to your insurance company and provide the necessary information regarding the accident.
• Speak with our California DUI accident lawyers. They’ll defend your rights and ensure you get the compensation you deserve.

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DUI Accident Statistics

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), drunk driving accidents cause 32 deaths every day. Traffic fatalities caused by drunk drivers increased by 14% in 2020.

Between 2016 and 2017, California DUI Management Information System reported an increase of 5.8% in alcohol-related traffic accidents. Intoxicated drivers put everyone on the road at risk. Around 2 billion gallons of fuel are wasted by drunk drivers each year.

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. In 2014, drunk driving contributed to 28.1% of road fatalities in the US and 26.3% in California.