[07-14-2022] Los Angeles County, CA – One Person Injured in Two-Vehicle Collision Involving Tractor Trailer in Palmdale

According to the authorities, one person suffered an unknown injury in a two-vehicle collision involving a tractor-trailer and SUV in Palmdale late Thursday night, July 14, 2022.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred at 11:46 p.m. at the intersection of Avenue M and 50th Street East.

Officers arrived and found an SUV and a tractor-trailer had collided.

Responding paramedics/firefighters from Los Angeles County Fire Department Station 135 took the SUV’s driver to a nearby hospital for treatment of unspecified injuries.

The trailer’s driver, who was not hurt, was seen discussing the collision with the police.

At this point, it is unclear what led to the collision or whether alcohol-related impairment or speeding contributed.

No additional information is available; the crash is still being investigated.

Two-Vehicle Crash Statistics

In California, car accidents almost always cause injury and wrongful death claims. Despite how similar the claims might seem at first glance, each one has a unique history. A California vehicle accident lawyer should thoroughly investigate all of these collisions.

According to NHTSA estimates, around 5 and 6 million car crashes occur annually in the US. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), three million Americans suffer injuries in car crashes annually.

3,304 people lost their lives in car crashes in California in 2017, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

Drunk driving, speeding, and distracted driving are all risk factors for two-vehicle collisions.

Los Angeles County Car Accident Lawyers

Anyone who has been in a car accident knows how easily anxiety can set in. The cost of medical care and other expenses can quickly get out of control if a person is permanently disabled.

Some victims might require routine visits to a specialist and checkups with their primary care physician. Prescription medication and assistive technology will likely be required (such as a wheelchair or walker).

If you or a loved one has been hurt in a car accident, our Los Angeles County accident lawyers at Arash Law are here to help. The other driver’s insurance provider is not on your side. To save money, the insurance company will take any measure necessary to acquire you. You should hire a lawyer to make sure you get the best settlement possible.

The accident lawyers at Arash Law have worked on a variety of cases throughout their long careers. Let us take care of the legal aspects of protecting your rights, so you don’t have to worry about your paperwork. You can speak with a personal injury attorney in California by calling (888) 488-1391.