[03-20-2021] San Diego County, CA – Injuries Reported After Multi-Vehicle Collision in Vista

Several injuries were reported after a multi-vehicle traffic collision in Vista on Saturday night, March 20.

According to the local authorities’ initial reports, the accident happened at around 7:30 p.m. on SR 78 near Melrose Drive in Vista.

Multiple vehicles collided in the roadway. The exact number of vehicles involved and the reason why the collision happened is currently unclear.

One of the vehicles turned over as a result of the crash.

Six people were injured from the accident. Four of the injured people were taken to an area hospital for treatment, while one had to be airlifted to the hospital.

One of the involved drivers was arrested under suspicion of DUI.

Local authorities are further investigating the case.

Multi-Vehicle Collision Statistics

Every 60 seconds, a car accident occurs in the U.S. This means approximately 5.25 million car accidents occur every year throughout the country.

Tens of thousands of drivers and passengers lose their lives each year due to crashes. According to the United States Department of Transportation’s Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), there were 33,654 fatal vehicle crashes in 2018, which caused 36,560 deaths.

Multi-vehicle collisions are just one type of car accident. It usually involves three or more vehicles. A “chain-reaction commonly causes this type of accident,” wherein one car will bump into another, which will cause the other vehicle to crash into another one potentially.

These accidents commonly occur due to reckless drivers, speeding, drunk drivers, and distracted drivers.

San Diego County Personal Injury Attorney for Victims of Multi-Vehicle Collisions

Multi-vehicle collision cases are typically more complicated to deal with compared to car accidents involving just two vehicles. Coping with a multi-vehicle collision case can be quite challenging for the victims as they have to deal with the stress and trauma they got from the accident.

Seeking the assistance of an experienced personal injury attorney is highly recommended. The liable party will be required by law to provide financial compensation for the victim’s medical expenses, lost earnings, emotional trauma, and pain and suffering through the personal injury claim.

If you believe you have grounds to file a claim, retain a local car accident attorney in California near you who can help you navigate car accident laws. Arash Law has decades of experience throughout California and has secured million-dollar settlements and verdicts for our clients. Our car accident team can investigate your crash, identify the potential defendant(s), and file your claim with the civil court system as quickly as possible. Don’t delay – you’re just a phone call away from learning your legal options.

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