[11-30-2021] Butte County, CA – Five People Injured Following a Rear-End Crash in Chico

Five people were hurt after a major rear-end crash in Chico on Tuesday evening, November 30, 2021.

The accident transpired at approximately 7:30 p.m. on Highway 32 near Meridian Road in Chico.

A black vehicle was traveling westbound on Highway 32 when it rear-ended a white pickup truck. It’s unclear what caused the black car to rear-end the pickup truck.

Four people in the truck were injured, while one person in the black vehicle was hurt. They were all taken to an area hospital for treatment. The identities of the involved parties have not been disclosed.

Speed was suspected to be a factor in the crash. Additional information about the collision is unavailable at the moment. The accident is currently under investigation.

Rear-End Crash Statistics

A rear-end collision occurs when one vehicle collides with the car in front of it. Because the leading driver cannot always avoid a collision, a rear-end collision is frequently (but not always) the fault of the rear position driver.

Rear-end collisions are among the most common forms of car accidents in California. According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), there were 118,029 drivers involved in rear-end incidents that resulted in injuries and 405 drivers involved in rear-end collisions that resulted in fatalities in 2011.

Distracted driving, tailgating, reckless driving, and driving under the influence are all significant causes of rear-end collisions. ​

The person driving the rear position automobile will almost always be judged accountable for a rear-end collision, as rear-end crashes are frequently caused by following too closely, driving too quickly, having worn-out brakes or tires, or simply not paying attention. These are factors under the control of the back driver, not the front driver.

Butte County Car Crash Attorneys for Victims of Rear-End Crashes

Insurance firms frequently encourage their victims to accept a quick settlement even if the case is worth more. They would try to minimize compensation while ignoring the long-term effects and suffering that a victim would face.

Suffering from a serious injury resulting from an accident can be daunting and impact all parts of life, including family, career, finances, and quality of life. Personal injury attorneys can act as a dependable guide for vulnerable victims, ensuring that their rights are safeguarded and that the responsible party is held accountable for their actions.

The Butte County car crash attorneys at Arash Law are here to answer your questions and provide you with the legal support you need. After learning more about the circumstances surrounding your accident and injuries, we will tell you if you need a lawyer or not and why. Our goal is to provide you with the information you need to make informed decisions for yourself.

If you decide to hire us, leave your wallet at home. We don’t require any upfront costs or advance payments. If our team doesn’t recover injury compensation on your behalf, you owe us nothing at all. We only work on a contingency fee basis, so we don’t get paid unless you do.

To book your free no-obligation fatal car accident case assessment, call Arash Law at (888) 488-1391 or contact us online today.