[08-04-2022] Fresno County, CA – One Person Dead After Two-Vehicle Head-on Collision South of Firebaugh

According to the California Highway Patrol, one person is dead after a head-on two-vehicle collision between a Hyundai and a Freightliner hauling tomatoes Wednesday evening, August 4, 2022.

The collision occurred at about 9:50 p.m. in the area of Highway 33 and Shaw Avenue south of Firebaugh.
According to police, the Freightliner hauling tomatoes was traveling in the opposite direction from the Hyundai, which was being driven by a woman in her 30s and traveling south on Highway 33.

According to CHP, the Hyundai swerved into the path of the Freightliner head-on for an unknown reason, causing the driver to be ejected.

The Hyundai’s female driver was confirmed dead on the spot. The 60-year-old Freightliner driver was unharmed in the collision.
The accident is still being looked into. Alcohol or drugs are not suspected to be at play.

Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash Statistics

California’s Fresno is a sizable city. The city’s four distinct street sections, low cost of living, and distinctive street layout all go hand in hand. In this area, auto accidents happen frequently. Tens of thousands of people suffer fatal injuries or serious injuries every year.

Residents of Fresno should be concerned because between 2003 and 2016, there were roughly 11,000 car accidents in the city.

The majority of fatal automobile and pedestrian collisions occur in Fresno, California.

There were 2,807 collisions involving cars or other motor vehicles in 2016. There were 112 fatalities and 4273 injuries resulting from 65 bicycle accidents, 148 motorcycle accidents, and 84 pedestrian accidents.

A car accident could happen for a variety of reasons. Driving while distracted, driving while intoxicated, and driving while fatigued are the three main reasons for car accidents in the US.

Fresno County Car Accident Lawyers

For injured Fresno car accident victims, there are some fundamental legal protections. If you or a loved one is injured in a car accident, our Fresno County car accident lawyers at Arash Law will ensure that you or they are fairly compensated. They will hold the careless driver liable for their actions.

It can be stressful to deal with an insurance claim after a car accident. On the other hand, the importance of upholding your legal rights cannot be overstated. Injury victims who retain legal counsel are more likely to get a larger settlement than those who do not.

With your attorney, you will determine the amount of money required to compensate for your losses. Therefore, if the insurance company for the other driver contacts you following the collision, tell them to get in touch with your attorneys.

For years, accident victims in Fresno have relied on Arash Law to pursue monetary damages for their injuries and other losses aggressively. To speak with one of our knowledgeable attorneys, call (888) 488-1391.