[06-01-2022] Kern County, CA – Two-Vehicle Crash in Bakersfield Results in Fatality

A fatality occurred in a fatal two-vehicle crash in Bakersfield on Thursday, June 1, 2022.

The crash occurred around 4:30 p.m. on Highway 58 near the Frito Lay Plant.

According to preliminary reports, one of the vehicles rolled over and came to a stop on its roof as a result of the collision.

At this time, the events leading up to the accident are unknown.

There are no other details available.

The crash remains under investigation.

Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash Statistics

The most common cause of death and serious injury in the United States is a collision with a motor vehicle. Approximately two million people are injured in car accidents each year.

Every 60 seconds, a car accident occurs in the United States. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, more than 3,300 people died in car accidents in California last year.

The National Safety Council estimates that 11 percent of all fatalities are the result of automobile accidents. Over 2,765,000 people were injured, and 3,898 people lost their lives in traffic collisions in California in 2019. There has been a 23.5% rise in the number of people injured in automobile collisions since 2013.

Road hazards such as potholes, debris, poor lighting, and human error like drunken driving or texting can all contribute to traffic accidents.

Kern County Car Accident Lawyers

After a car accident, it’s normal to feel dazed and confused. Despite the harrowing circumstances, you escaped serious harm. Following an insurance claim, you may not know where to start or who to contact for help. Arash Law is well-versed in handling car accident claims and can do so in a timely and accurate manner.

To save lives, we must impose harsher penalties on reckless drivers. Arash Law handles injuries from head-on collisions to trip-and-fall accidents.

Arash Law’s stated mission is to seek compensation for those who have been wrongfully injured. Regain control of your life as quickly as possible.

Our Kern County car accident lawyers at Arash Law have decades of experience handling car accident cases. We’re here to help those who have been injured in car accidents.