[08-05-2023] San Bernardino County, CA – At Least One Person Injured After Three-Vehicle DUI Collision near Yucca Mesa Road

At least one person was injured after a three-vehicle collision caused by a DUI driver in San Bernardino County on Saturday evening, August 5, 2023.

The local authorities responded to the accident near Yucca Mesa Road and Buena Vista in Yucca Mesa around 10:49 p.m.

The cause of the accident is unclear, but it involved three vehicles and a utility pole, which resulted in power lines being downed. Injuries were likely sustained, as a hospital was contacted but could not offer further information.

The number of injuries and identities of those injured were not reported.

Several power outages were reported in Joshua Tree and Yucca Valley on Saturday night, but the service was fully restored by 3:00 a.m. on Sunday.

The investigation into the crash continues.

Reliable Drunk Driving Accident Victim Lawyers in San Bernardino County

After an accident caused by a drunk driver, it’s common to feel irrational emotions like fear, wrath, or mistrust. The at-fault driver’s insurance should cover the victim’s medical expenses following an accident. Injury victims may experience considerable financial difficulty due to medical costs and lost pay.

Although it may be difficult to stop all drunk driving accidents, California law protects those injured in DUI accidents.

Our reliable San Bernardino County drunk driving accident victim lawyers at Arash Law, led by Arash Khorsandi, Esq., will help you with the insurance claim or effectively represent you in court proceedings. Our firm has recovered more than $750 Million for California clients.

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What Should You Do After a DUI Accident?

Drunk drivers often cause accidents that result in physical harm as well as psychological, material, and practical difficulties. After an accident, you must take extra precautions to protect yourself and your loved ones. This checklist will help you handle its aftermath:

• 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 DUI accident lawyers in California. They’ll defend your rights and ensure you get the compensation you deserve.

I HAD AN ACCIDENT

DUI Accident Statistics

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

A study by the California DUI Management Information System found that between 2016 and 2017, there were 5.8% more fatal alcohol-related traffic accidents. When someone drives while intoxicated, everyone on the road is at risk. Additionally, drunk drivers waste about 2 billion gallons of fuel each year.

In California, 949 people died in 2019 due to drunk driving. 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.