[11-24-2022] Humboldt County, CA – At Least One Driver Injured in Multi-Vehicle Collision in Eureka

Authorities said at least one person was injured in a multi-vehicle collision in Eureka on Thursday, November 24, 2022.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred after 12:00 a.m. at the West Henderson and Broadway intersection near the In-N-Out.

The Eureka Police Department, California Highway Patrol, and Humboldt Bay Fire all sent personnel to the site of what seemed to be an accident involving four cars.

The female driver of a red Subaru was reportedly extricated from her vehicle. She was taken to Providence St. Joseph Hospital for sustaining major injuries.

One of the other drivers fled the scene for unclear reasons, while two other cars received damage to the front and back ends. There were no additional details on the other vehicles and drivers involved.

It is now unknown what caused the crash, including whether alcohol or drugs were used, but the investigation continues.

Multi-Vehicle Accident Statistics

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that there is a car crash every 60 seconds in the United States. In 2016, around 3,300 persons lost their lives in car accidents throughout California. Approximately 94% of these occurrences can be attributed to avoidable human error.

The National Safety Council reports that car accidents cause one out of every ten annual deaths in the United States. The state of California has seen 3,898 deaths and approximately 2.7 million injuries due to car accidents. There has been a 23.5% increase in the reported number of injuries and fatalities from these causes since 2013.

When three or more vehicles are involved in an accident, it is considered a multi-vehicle collision. The aftermath of a collision may result in the total destruction of up to six vehicles or even more.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in 2010, more than 13,000 persons were killed in accidents involving two or more vehicles.

Car Accident Lawyers in Eureka

One of your greatest options now is to get help from a lawyer and make use of the legal system. In facing the insurance company, they will be your representative.

When possible, financial compensation should be given to victims of car accidents in California. Whatever the cause of your injuries, you and your loved ones have the right to submit a personal injury claim to seek financial settlement for your suffering.

Our trusted and award-winning car accident lawyers in Eureka have the expertise and extensive experience advocating for accident victims. Our clients have been awarded compensation totaling $500 million.

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