[02-23-2023] San Diego County, CA – Elderly Woman Critical After SUV vs. 18-Wheeler Collision in Escondido

A 72-year-old woman was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after a collision between an SUV and an 18-wheeler in Escondido on Thursday morning, February 23, 2023.

The San Diego Police Department reported that the collision involving a tractor-trailer and an SUV occurred at about 11:17 a.m. at 17900 San Pasqual Valley Road in the San Pasqual Valley neighborhood.

Responding officers learned that the elderly woman was driving eastbound in her 2019 Honda CRV when the vehicle veered off the roadway and into a hillside for reasons still under investigation. The impact sent the SUV to overturn and launch back onto the road, where a 2013 Freightliner tractor-trailer struck it.

The female driver was transported to a nearby hospital in critical condition after sustaining life-threatening injuries. There are no updates on her current state. The 33-year-old male driver of the big rig only suffered minor wounds.

The whole event is still being investigated by the authorities. No additional information is immediately available.

Big Rig Accident Statistics

In the event of an accident, the occupants of a heavy truck have greater protection than those in a passenger car or other smaller vehicle. That’s why cars occupants are the ones who die the most often in accidents. Truck accidents can have devastating results.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, heavy truck accidents killed 4,965 people in the United States in 2020. From 2019, when there were 5,032 cases, that year saw a drop of 1%. Such large vehicles were responsible for 71% of all traffic fatalities.

In 2020, big trucks accounted for 8.9% of all vehicles involved in fatal accidents across the United States. More than 90 people were killed in motor vehicle accidents involving trucks in the state of California in 2015. Only two states, Texas and Florida, reported at least 50 fatalities caused by truck accidents.

What to Do After a Big Rig Accident

After a big rig crash, you should contact the police immediately. When communicating with the authorities or an insurance company, it’s better to stick to the facts and not make any assumptions. Many people who are hurt in accidents feel remorse for the tragedy they did not cause. Such behavior can be used by the insurance company as evidence against a claim.

You can obtain a copy of the report by getting in touch with the relevant authority. We also recommend filling out the form available on our website. We’ll get started on your case as soon as we receive the report. In order to determine the viability of your insurance claim, one of our skilled attorneys will evaluate your case at no cost to you.

Big Rig Accident Lawyers in San Diego County

Truck accident victims in California can seek compensation for medical bills, lost pay, and mental anguish by filing a lawsuit against the party or parties responsible for the collision. Do not hesitate to call us if you have questions about your insurance claim and would like to talk with one of our experienced attorneys about how we can help you reach a fair settlement.

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