[09-29-2022] Kern County, CA – One Person Killed, Another Injured in a Two-Vehicle Traffic Accident Near Meridian

According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), an unidentified 38-year-old man was killed in a traffic crash involving two automobiles near Meridian on Thursday, September 29, 2022.

A fatal crash occurred shortly after 6:30 a.m. near the unincorporated community of Meridian.

Espinoza was driving a Buick Rendezvous SUV westbound before merging into the eastbound lane, colliding head-on with a Toyota Matrix driven by the 38-year-old man.

The man died on the scene, while Espinosa was transported to Kern Medical Center with moderate injuries.

It was unknown why Espinosa entered the eastbound lane.

This investigation is ongoing.

Traffic Accident Statistics

Car accidents are an unfortunate part of today’s life. Because many of our communities are built on the use of private vehicles, dangerously packed roadways and high-speed crashes are unavoidable.

California has one of the highest rates of road deaths in the United States. In 2020, 3,259 vehicle accidents killed a driver, a passenger, or a pedestrian. The only state with a higher number is Texas, which had 3,905. Traffic deaths in California have been reduced in recent years. In the state, 48 people per 100,000 are killed in vehicle accidents, compared to the national average of 65.

Every day, a rising number of vehicles use the roadways in the United States, making safety even more important. It’s important to equip your car with safety features that can help protect you and your passengers in a crash. It will also be easier for other drivers to see your car, which can reduce the risk of a crash happening in the first place.

Kern County Traffic Accident Lawyers

You may believe that the motorist is solely responsible for the accident. However, you may be able to hold many people or groups liable for your injuries and damages.

If you or a loved one has been wounded in a traffic accident, contact our Kern County Traffic Accident Lawyers at Arash Law. Our attorneys will ensure all of the accident or police reports and will often talk to the police officers and witnesses looking into the case. Our legal team won’t leave anything out regarding finding evidence.

Hiring a qualified attorney can protect you from being overwhelmed by the intricacy of the applicable laws or deceived by the other party’s insurance company. To request a free case evaluation, please email or call us at (888) 488-1391.