[05-27-2021] Riverside County, CA – One Person Killed, Several Others Hurt After a Wrong-Way Collision in Indio

One person was killed while several others were injured after a major wrong-way crash in Indio on Thursday morning, May 27.

The accident transpired at approximately 7:00 a.m. on Avenue 42 near Jackson Street in Indio. An unspecified vehicle was traveling west on the eastbound lanes of Avenue 42 and collided head-on with an eastbound pickup truck.

The truck was then rear-ended by a vehicle traveling behind it. It was unclear why the wrong-way driver was traveling on the eastbound lanes. The wrong-way driver sustained life-threatening injuries and was rushed to an area hospital where he was later pronounced dead.

A female passenger of the wrong-way driver was seriously injured. She was also taken to an area hospital for treatment. Several others sustained minor injuries and were treated at the scene.

Avenue 42 and Jackson Street intersection was closed down to give way for the cleanup and investigation. The accident is currently under investigation.

Fatal Wrong-Way Collision Statistics

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.

Head-on crashes at intersections occur when drivers disregard traffic laws and signals, such as red lights, stop signs, or yield signs. Sadly, not all victims will be able to survive a head-on crash. Surviving family members have the right to sue a negligent driver for wrongful death after a fatal head-on collision. Some reasons why head-on collisions occur are distracted driving, drunk driving, driver fatigue, and mechanical failure.

No vehicle is immune to possible design flaws or manufacturing mistakes. Frequent recalls are made on vehicle parts because they can create extreme dangers for drivers, their passengers, and others using the road. Common potentially fatal defects include roof crush, brake failures, and seatbelt malfunctions.

Riverside County Wrongful Death Attorney for Victims of Fatal Wrong-Way Collisions

The sudden unexpected death of a loved one can be quite confusing, among other things. You shouldn’t have to be confused or overwhelmed with wrongful death laws during this emotionally difficult time. A fatal car accident attorney from our office can handle the legal issues for you.

In a wrongful death suit, the survivors sue the person responsible for an untimely death and the financial losses they caused. These losses can include funeral and burial expenses, as well as all the lost wages the victim would have earned between the time of the accident and his or her expected retirement.

Our lawyers from Arash Law are here to help you with your case. Our firm has over decades of experience and resources to help our clients receive the justice they deserve. We’re conveniently located throughout California, with offices in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Francisco, Riverside, Orange County, and San Diego, and we are happy to visit you. Call (888) 488-1391 for a FREE Consultation with a wrongful death attorney in California.