[07-20-2021] Fresno County, CA – One Person Killed After a Deadly Head-On Collision at Highway 41

One unidentified person was killed after a deadly head-on traffic collision at Highway 41 on Tuesday afternoon, July 20.

According to the initial reports from local authorities, the accident occurred at around 4:30 p.m. on Highway 41 and Friant Avenue. A southbound Hyundai driven by a man in his 40’s veered over the center divider for unknown reasons and went into the northbound lanes.

The Hyundai then collided head-on with a northbound SUV that was exiting the northbound lanes. It was unclear what caused the Hyundai driver to go into the northbound lanes. The Hyundai driver sustained fatal injuries in the accident. He was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.

Meanwhile, the SUV driver sustained minor injuries. He was not taken to an area hospital anymore. It is unclear whether intoxication played a role in the accident. Local authorities are further investigating the cause of the collision.

Fatal Head-On Crash Statistics

When two vehicles collide directly with each other while traveling in opposite directions, it is known as a head-on collision. Often, this type of collision results in devastating injuries or death. In many cases, victims suffer head trauma from hitting the inside of the vehicle or going through the windshield.

As a result, many victims of head-on collisions are killed, permanently disabled, or left with catastrophic injuries that require expensive care for an entire lifetime. In the United States, head-on collisions account for only about 2% of all accidents. Head-on collisions are most common in rural areas, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

In this case, a wrong-way driver caused the head-on collision. Every year, approximately 355 people are killed in the U.S. due to wrong-way drivers. With the average number of wrong-way collision deaths at 265, 1.34 fatalities per wrong-way death are calculated. These accidents are caused by various reasons, such as distracted driving, drunk driving, driver over-fatigue, and mechanical failure.

Wrongful Death Attorney for Victims of Deadly Head-On Collisions in Fresno County

There can be several reasons why a fatal car accident can occur. It can be a human error, but sometimes, it can also be caused by motor vehicle defects. Regardless of what you think caused the accident, it’s best to immediately seek the assistance of an experienced attorney to help you throughout the legal process. An attorney can conduct an independent investigation on your behalf while handling your wrongful death claim for you.

A lawsuit for wrongful death in a car accident can also help pay for the high medical bills and other expenses incurred due to the accident. It can also assist in providing financial assistance to those who have lost their income due to an injury or an unexpected death. Call Arash Law today at (888) 488-1391 or fill out our online contact form to schedule your free, no-obligation fatal car accident case evaluation.