[09-15-2022] Monterey County, CA – Big Rig Truck Crashes on Highway Resulting in Road Closure Near Gonzalez

According to the California Highway Patrol, southbound Highway 101 was shut down after a crash involving a semi-truck near Gonzales Thursday night, September 15, 2022.

The crash occurred at 12:30 a.m. along southbound Highway 101 near Gonzales in South Monterey County.

Following confirmation from the CHP that a semi was lying along the highway due to the collision, drivers have been instructed to steer clear of a specific section of the road.

There is currently no information regarding the total number of injured people or the severity of their injuries.

Oncoming traffic is being rerouted around the debris, and fluids spilled onto the road as emergency crews work to clear the roadway.

Big Rig Accident Statistics

Even though the term “semi-truck” is often used to describe large commercial vehicles, it is not the only one. Tractor-trailers, semi-trailers, and 18-wheelers are all types of trucks that are sometimes called “big rigs.”

Tractor-trailer accidents kill people because other traffic accidents kill more people. This is the case because trucks are more significant than other cars. As big rigs get bigger, they need more space to stop. It requires 20% to 40% more space to stop when it’s complete.

In the United States of America, one person dies every 15 minutes in a semi-truck accident. There are about 500,000 truck accidents in the US each year, and about 5,000 truck drivers pass.

In California, a lot of freight is moved by several big rigs. More than 78% of people in California use big trucks to move their goods.

Every year in California, about 113 people die in truck accidents, and about 3,000 people are hurt. Between 200 and 300 people die in truck accidents in California every year.

Drivers should stay away from the area around a semi-blind truck and leave enough space between their car and the semi-truck to stop.

Monterey County Big Rig Accident Lawyers

After getting hurt in a semi-truck accident, victims may feel confused and unsure of what to do next. Don’t let the claims process keep you from improving during this challenging time.

While people wait for the official investigation results, they should file a personal injury claim with the help of an experienced attorney. The person who broke the law will have to pay for medical bills, lost wages, and non-economic damages (such as emotional trauma, pain, and suffering).

If you or someone you care about has been hurt in a big rig accident, you need the skills and experience of an Arash Law California big rig accident lawyer.

Arash Law is a California law firm that has helped people like you who have been hurt in truck accidents for decades. Our skilled semi-truck accident lawyers are committed to getting you the money you deserve.

The experienced Monterey County semi-truck accident attorneys at Arash Law work tirelessly to develop strong cases for our clients and guarantee they receive the compensation they deserve. For a free consultation with a heavy rig accident lawyer in California, call (888) 488-1391.