[11-28-2021] Kern County, CA – One Person Killed, Another Injured After a Two-Vehicle Crash in Bakersfield

One unidentified person was killed while another was hurt after a major traffic collision in Centra Bakersfield on Sunday afternoon, November 28, 2021.

The deadly collision happened in the area of Golden State Avenue and Q Street in Central Bakersfield at around 12:45 p.m.

An SUV broadsided a pickup truck on the highway for unknown reasons. The circumstances leading up to the accident have not been established.

A passenger inside the pickup truck sustained critical injuries in the crash and was rushed to an area hospital for treatment. Unfortunately, the pickup truck passenger later succumbed to their injuries and died.

Meanwhile, the pickup truck driver was hospitalized with moderate injuries. The SUV driver was uninjured in the mishap.

The identities of the involved parties have not been disclosed. Information about the crash is limited at the moment.

Local authorities are further investigating the case. Witnesses that can give more information about the accident are urged to call the Bakersfield Police Department at (661) 327-7111 or MCIT at (661) 326-3967.

Fatal Two-Vehicle Collision Statistics

Over time, the number of people who have been injured in car accidents in the United States has risen significantly. According to the National Safety Council (NSC), over 38,000 Americans lost their lives in car accidents in 2019.

There has been an increase of 33% in fatal wrecks under the jurisdiction of the California Highway Patrol despite reports that traffic accidents and deaths had decreased statewide after the March issue of the stay-at-home orders.

There have been 12 fatal car accidents in Bakersfield and the surrounding areas since March 19. There was a 75% drop in collisions in the state from March 19 to April 30, 2020, compared to the same period in 2019. According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), the number of people killed and injured in crashes decreased by 88% and 62%, respectively.

Car accidents are caused by a wide range of factors, including intoxicated driving, distracted driving, speeding, and drivers who disregard the road rules.

Bakersfield Accident Lawyers for Victims of Fatal Two-Vehicle Collisions

When a person is killed in a car accident, the deceased’s family members are left to deal with the aftermath. The surviving family members of the deceased may be able to file a wrongful death claim to help pay for the funeral expenses of their loved one’s estate.

In addition, it is necessary to seek compensation for damages such as loss of consortium, loss of future earnings for a loved one, and emotional suffering.

Arash Law is your local Bakersfield accident law firm. Our experienced lawyers are aggressive, and they know what it takes to win. They negotiate hard with the insurance company. If no fair settlement offer is made, they will take your case to trial so that you can present your case to a jury.

By hiring an experienced Bakersfield Car accident attorney from Arash Law as soon as possible, you can relieve the stress of dealing with insurance claims and paperwork. More importantly, you will know that your legal right to compensation will be aggressively defended. Call Arash Law today at (888) 488-1391 or contact us online to schedule your free consultation.