[10-02-2022] San Bernardino County, CA – Two People Killed, Another Two Injured in a Head-On Accident in Phelan

The coroner’s office confirmed three people have died as a result of this traffic accident.

The three deceased are described as a 49-year-old, a 69-year-old, and a 63-year-old.

No further information related to identity is available at this time.

Two people died, while another two were injured in a head-on collision on Highway 138, south of Serrano High School, on Sunday, October 02, 2022.

The California Highway Patrol and San Bernardino County Fire responded to the collision at 5:43 p.m. on Highway 138 between Beekley and Sheep Creek roads.

According to preliminary reports, a Chevrolet was traveling east, and a sedan was traveling west when the collision occurred.

The blue Chevrolet Silverado truck with major front-end damage and the white sedan that appeared to be split in half was involved.

Despite life-saving efforts, two people were pronounced dead at the scene.

The collision injured two people, who were taken to hospitals. One was transported by helicopter, while the other was transported by ground. Their current conditions are unknown.

The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department has not released the identities of the deceased.

The California Highway Patrol – Victorville Office was investigating the accident.

Head-On Crash Statistics

Head-on collisions are some of the most dangerous accidents that can occur on the road. These types of accidents often result in serious injuries or even death. There are approximately 123,000 head-on collisions annually in the United States, accounting for only 2.0% of all crashes but 10.1% of fatalities.

Injuries in this type of crash are more likely to be fatal. Because the injuries can be severe, victims of a head-on collision are more likely to suffer permanent brain damage, amputations, or disabilities.

A permanent injury can quickly result in financial losses of millions of dollars. For example, if you cannot return to work, you are entitled to compensation for all wages earned between the accident and your expected retirement. This package includes bonuses, commissions, overtime, and raises. Employee benefits also include employer contributions to health insurance premiums or retirement accounts.

If you can return to work, but only in a limited capacity, you will earn less than before the accident. You are entitled to compensation for the difference between what you earned before the accident and what you can earn due to your injuries.

Permanent injuries necessitate ongoing medical attention. Victims frequently spend years visiting specialists, seeking second opinions and consultations, and following up with their primary care provider. They will require medications and assistive devices (such as a wheelchair or walker). They may also require many years of rehabilitative services such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, pain management, or chiropractic care.

In addition, your injuries may necessitate permanent changes to your home or vehicle. All of these expenses can quickly mount up. A lifetime of medical care is not cheap, which is why many permanent injury claims settle for astronomical sums.

San Bernardino County Head-On Crash Lawyers

Head-on collisions can result in severe injuries. However, not all victims will survive a head-on collision. Following a fatal head-on collision, surviving family members have the right to sue the negligent driver for wrongful death.

The survivors of a wrongful death suit sue the person responsible for the untimely death and the financial losses they caused. These losses may include funeral and burial expenses and all wages lost between the time of the accident and the victim’s expected retirement.

Surviving spouses in California can also sue for loss of consortium. The term “loss of consortium” refers to the emotional losses resulting from the untimely death of a spouse. It addresses the pain of losing affection, comfort, love, and even sexual relationships.

These are very real and painful losses that a surviving spouse must bear following the unexpected death of a husband or wife in a head-on collision. Juries understand these losses because they can imagine how they would feel if they lost a spouse.

If you have been injured in a head-on collision, you have legal rights that must be protected. Our San Bernardino County experienced head-on accident lawyers at Arash Law have decades of experience and have collected over 200 million dollars for clients across the state. We fight hard to protect our clients’ legal rights so they can focus on recovering from their injuries. Call (888) 488-1391 or contact us online to schedule your free consultation.