[06-22-2022] Riverside County, CA – One Person Injured in Two-Vehicle Traffic Collision in Desert Center

According to the authorities, a two-vehicle collision left one person with minor injuries in Desert Center Wednesday, June 22, 2022.

The crash occurred at about 3:20 p.m. on Highway 62 and Highway 177.

The Riverside County Fire Department and California Highway Patrol responded to the crash.

One person was taken to a nearby hospital.

No further information was immediately available.

The crash is still under investigation.

Two-Vehicle Crash Statistics

In California, there were 485,666 traffic accidents in a single year. 3,898 people were killed, and 276,823 were injured. Since 2013, there has been a 23.5% increase in the number of fatal car accidents in California.

Riverside County had over 15,000 traffic-related fatalities and injuries in 2016. Every day, there are 42 car accidents in total.

In 2011, 7% of all fatal car accidents in California occurred in Riverside. Another 4.6% of all car accident injuries were traumatic brain or spinal cord injuries.

When motorists are unable to travel safely due to hazardous road and weather conditions or because their vehicles have broken down, a chain reaction may start.

The three main contributors to auto accidents are careless driving, hazardous driving conditions, or a defect in the vehicle’s construction.

Riverside County Car Accident Lawyers

Arash Law can give you the guidance you need to arrive at an informed decision regarding whether or not to file a claim. Our legal practice has been around for decades, and during that time, we’ve assisted our clients in winning settlements and judgments worth millions of dollars.

Our Riverside County car accident lawyers at Arash Law can help you file a claim against the responsible parties. Help us help you better understand your options by getting in touch with us!

We’ve set up a network of offices across the state of California to serve your needs better. Call us at (888) 488-1391 to schedule a free consultation with one of our experienced attorneys.