[09-04-2022] Humboldt County, CA – One Person Severely Injured Following a Truck Accident Near Larabee Ranch Road

One person was seriously injured after a truck and pick-up crashed in Southern Humboldt on Sunday, September 04, 2022.

The collision occurred approximately 3:40 p.m. east of Holmes in the 800 block of Larabee Ranch Road.

An ambulance and volunteer fire crews were called in to help one person who had been injured.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the victim had serious injuries. He was transported to the hospital by ambulance.

His identity was yet to be disclosed.

The cause of the accident remains under investigation.

Truck Accident Statistics

Truck crashes involving large trucks and commercial vehicles frequently cause more damage than any other form of motor vehicle accident due to their size and weight. Truck accident victims are more likely to sustain serious injuries, including death.

According to the National Safety Council, 107,000 vehicles were involved in injuries-causing collisions in 2020. In the same year, 4,965 people were killed in truck accidents.

California has some of the most serious annual fatal truck accidents. Every year, about 113 people are killed in truck accidents in California. Injuries occur in about 3,000 truck accidents across the state.

Truck accidents are more common on major highways. In 2019, around 52% of truck accidents happened on major roads, while 32% occurred on interstates and highways and 15% on minor roads.

Humboldt County Truck Accident Lawyers

Truck accidents can result in serious or fatal injuries depending on the severity of the crash. Many individuals have escaped with minor wounds or bruises, but others have had tragic ends after being involved in an accident with such a large and heavy truck.

Victims of a truck accident may face financial hardship because they must cope with several expenses, such as medical fees and repair charges for their damaged vehicle. Personal injury victims are urged to bring a claim against the party at fault. If the case is successful, recoverable compensation will be awarded to pay damages.

Truck accident cases tend to be more difficult and take longer to settle. Because they stand to lose a lot of money if they have to pay out personal injury claims to truck accident victims, insurance companies fight harder.

If you have been injured due to a truck driver’s negligence, you should seek legal assistance as soon as possible. Insurance companies for trucking businesses go to great lengths to protect their clients and save money.

If you are involved in a truck accident in Humboldt, you do not have to fight alone for your right to just compensation. Our Humboldt County truck accident attorneys at Arash Law are ready to fight for the highest possible compensation on your behalf.

Arash Law is an experienced law firm dedicated to assisting you every step of the process. Client satisfaction is our top focus, and we are honored that our clients have selected us as the best personal injury law practice in the country.

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