[09-07-2022] Stanislaus County, CA – Seven People Injured following a Head-On Crash Near Oakdale

A teenager and five young adults were hurt in a head-on collision on Highway 108/120 between Oakdale and Knights Ferry on Wednesday night, September 7, 2022.

The crash occurred at 9:20 p.m., just east of Lancaster Road.

According to California Highway Patrol Modesto office spokesperson Officer Tom Olsen, a 17-year-old resident of Mountain House in San Joaquin County was driving west on the highway alone in a 2004 Chevrolet SUV.

Catherine Mae King V. partially entered the eastbound lane right into the path of a 2001 Chevrolet Silverado truck driven by 20-year-old Sebastian R. of Sonora, with four passengers.

Velvet rose was brought to Oak Valley Hospital in Oakdale for treatment after suffering minor injuries.

Ruiz was severely injured and was stuck inside the truck. After firefighters rescued him, he was airlifted to Doctors Medical Center in Modesto for treatment of significant injuries.

There was little information available about Ruiz’s passengers on Thursday morning. Olsen believed they were all young adult males between 18 and 20.

One of them sustained minor injuries and was transferred to Oak Valley Hospital. The other three received serious injuries and were transferred to Modesto trauma centers, most likely Memorial and Doctors.

According to Olsen, the four patients with significant injuries were airlifted. He stated that drugs and alcohol did not appear to contribute to the crash.

One-way traffic control was in place while Ruiz was disengaged, and the scene was cleared, but traffic on the highway at that time of night was light.

Head-On Crash Statistics

Head-on accidents are a particularly dangerous type of car accident. They often occur when two cars collide while traveling in opposite directions on the same road. These accidents can result in serious injuries or death for the drivers and passengers involved.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, around 5,000 head-on incidents occurred in the United States in 2018. Head-on crashes are more common in rural regions. They are responsible for 13% of all rural fatalities. However, head-on collisions account for less than 7% of deaths in metropolitan areas.

One reason that head-on accidents are so dangerous is that the vehicles involved travel at high speeds. In addition, the force of the impact can cause the cars to spin out of control. This can lead to secondary collisions with other vehicles or objects on the road.

Another danger posed by head-on collisions is that the drivers and passengers are seated directly in front of each other. There is little protection for them in the event of a crash. And, if one of the vehicles catches on fire, there is a greater risk of injury or death from smoke inhalation.

Head-on accidents can also be caused by factors such as driver error, intoxication, or distracted driving. These accidents often result in catastrophic injuries, such as spinal cord damage, brain injuries, and loss of limbs. In some cases, they can even lead to death.

Stanislaus County Head-On Collision Lawyers

A head-on collision is one of the most deadly types of car accidents. Still, when one occurs, the knowledge and experience of Stanislaus County head-on crash lawyers from Arash Law can help pursue compensation.

The more serious your injury, the more compensation you should receive from the person who caused the accident. The motorist who caused your head-on collision, or the driver’s insurance company, should reimburse your medical expenses, including any future or ongoing medical care you require.

Our legal team at Arash Law can assist you in obtaining full compensation for all losses to which you are entitled. We have a long history of helping people preserve their rights.

Contact us today for a free consultation. Please call us at (888) 488-1391 or fill out our online intake form.