[05-20-2022] Kern County, CA – One Person Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash in Wasco

According to the California Highway Patrol incident page, one unidentified person was injured in a two-vehicle crash in Wasco on Friday, May 20, 2022.

The crash occurred around 5:58 a.m. near Kimberlina Road between Root Avenue and Poplar Avenue in Wasco.

The accident reportedly involved a white semi-truck and a red Ford Explorer.

The semi-truck flipped over onto its side. According to CHP, it was transporting 7,200 gallons of red dye diesel, which was leaking onto the road.

The Department of Environmental Health was dispatched to the scene.

The spilled diesel, according to CHP, is contained in the dirt and is not affecting the waterways.

At least one person was reported to have suffered serious injuries and was taken to the hospital.

Two-Vehicle Crash Statistics

In California, car accidents are the leading cause of injury and death. Despite their similarities, there are differences among the claims, and these differences are what set each claim apart from the rest. A California car accident lawyer should thoroughly investigate each of these incidents.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, more than five million car accidents occur each year in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than three million people are injured in car accidents each year.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 3,304 people were killed in traffic accidents in California last year.

Several factors, including intoxication, speeding, and distracted driving, can cause a two-vehicle collision.

Kern County Car Accident Lawyers

Car accident victims are often concerned about the future following an accident, which is understandable. If a person is rendered permanently unable to work, the cost of their medical care and other necessities can quickly spiral out of control.

Some of the victims may have to see a doctor on a regular basis. As a result, medication and other assistive technology (such as a wheelchair or walker) are almost certainly going to be necessary for you.

Our Kern County car accident lawyers at Arash Law are here to help if you or a loved one has been hurt in a car accident. It’s unlikely that the insurance company for the at-fault driver will be able to help. They will do whatever it takes to get your business in order to save money. You’ll need a lawyer on your side if you want to get a fair settlement.

Arash Law has been representing clients in a wide range of accident cases for many years. We want you to focus on your recovery while we take care of the legal work. Feel free to contact us at (888) 488-1391 to schedule a free case evaluation with one of our experienced attorneys.