[09-08-2021] Butte County, CA – One Person Hurt After a Head-On Collision in Chico

Three people were hurt after a head-on collision in Chico on Wednesday morning, September 8th.

The crash transpired at approximately 8:00 a.m. on Cohasset Road, just south of the Chico Airport.

A white Subaru was driving on Cohasset Road when, for unclear reasons, it swerved over the double yellow lines and veered into oncoming traffic. The driver reportedly had problems steering the vehicle.

The Subaru then collided head-on with a northbound blue Nissan Pathfinder. It’s unclear what caused the Subaru’s steering to malfunction.

The female Nissan driver sustained serious injuries in the mishap, including a broken bone on her lower leg and left arm. She was immediately taken to Enloe Medical Center and is expected to undergo surgery.

Meanwhile, the Subaru driver sustained minor injuries and is expected to recover quickly. The accident is currently under further investigation.

Head-On Collision Statistics

A head-on collision occurs when two cars collide directly with each other while traveling in opposite directions. Head-on crashes are far more fatal than other kinds of accidents. Head-on collisions in the United States occur around 123,000 times a year, but they account for 10.1 percent of all fatal crashes.

Anybody can get into a car accident. This sad reality must be kept in mind by motorists. In California, unfortunately, the number of motor vehicle accidents has risen in recent years. Eleven percent of America’s auto accident fatalities occur in California. These accidents are caused by various reasons, such as distracted driving, drunk driving, and driver over-fatigue.

Personal Injury Attorney for Victims of Head-On Collisions in Butte County

Millions of dollars in financial losses can quickly accumulate from a permanent injury. A head-on collision can potentially result in serious injuries that can cause permanent disability if not properly treated. Some people may need to take months off of work to recover from their injury fully.

If, for example, you cannot return to work, you have the right to compensation for all the wages you earned between the time of the accident and the time of your expected retirement. Bonuses, commissions, overtime, and pay increases are all included in this compensation.

Arash law will be a valuable legal resource for those who have suffered from similar incidents and seek justice. We have a team of experienced attorneys and others who can help you to win your case. You can learn more about us and ask any questions by visiting our offices in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Francisco, Riverside, Orange County, and San Diego. We also offer a free consultation by phone. You can also reach us at (888) 488-1391.