[09-15-2022] Riverside County, CA – Two People Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash Involving Dump Truck in Harley Knox Boulevard

Two people were injured after a dump truck and compact car collided at an intersection on the north side of Perris on Thursday, September 15, 2022.

According to the  Riverside County Fire Department, the collision occurred at 3:15 pm on Harley Knox Boulevard at the intersection of Indian Avenue, just south of March Air Reserve Base.

According to the agency, several engine crews were dispatched to the scene and found the truck and car mangled together.

The manner and cause of the vehicles’ impact were not immediately clear. The intersection was still accessible.

One of the victims had to be pulled from the wreckage by firefighters.

The car’s unidentified occupant was freed by workers using industrial equipment.

The victim was taken to Riverside University Medical Center in Moreno Valley to receive treatment for unspecified injuries.

There were no details available, but it appeared that the truck driver was also hurt.

It wasn’t immediately clear whether the victim needed to be taken to the hospital, although a second ambulance was called.

Deputy sheriffs are still investigating the collision.

Two-Vehicle Crash Statistics

When it comes to injuries that require hospitalization, car accidents are by far the most common cause. In the United States, nearly two million people sustain injuries every year due to automobile collisions.

Unfortunately, a disproportionate number of these tragedies occur in the Golden State. Over 200,000 Americans are injured in car accidents annually.

Riverside ranks high in terms of its size as the state’s fourth most populous county. It’s one of the riskiest regions in the country for motorists.

In the Riverside region of California in 2017, 2,119 people were injured or lost their lives due to car accidents. The 91, 215, and 60 freeways, as well as city streets like Jurupa Avenue and Wells Avenue, were all involved in these accidents.

Drunk driving, distracted driving, high speeds, and other serious violations of traffic laws are major contributors to these incidents.

The fact that most of these catastrophes could have been avoided only adds insult to injury. Approximately 80% of traffic accidents have a distracted driver as a contributing factor.

Riverside County Car Accident Lawyers

It’s no secret that car accidents are a major contributor to both personal injury and wrongful death claims in California. Many of these accidents share common causes, but it takes a seasoned auto accident law firm to dig into the particulars of each case and ensure that the injured party is compensated fairly.

Any person can be devastated by the unexpected loss of a loved one. In a wrongful death lawsuit, the victim’s family members can sue for financial damages.

Surviving loved ones can seek compensation for their loved one’s medical bills, funeral costs, pain and suffering, and loss of companionship by filing a wrongful death claim against the responsible party.

A fatal car accident is a case where legal representation is absolutely necessary. Our Riverside County car accident lawyers at Arash Law are ready to fight for your rights and get you the compensation you deserve after an accident. We’ll fight for your legal rights in court while you concentrate on getting well.

Call us at (888) 488-1391 or fill out our online form to schedule your no-cost initial consultation with one of our experienced attorneys.