[09-09-2021] Tehama County, CA – One Killed, Another Injured After a Fatal Wrong-Way Crash on Highway 99

One person was killed while another was hurt after a deadly wrong-way collision near South Avenue on Thursday morning, September 9.

The deadly collision transpired at approximately 6:00 a.m. on Highway 99 just south of South Avenue in Vina. A northbound SUV was reportedly traveling on the southbound lanes of Highway 99 and collided head-on with an oncoming tanker truck.

It’s unclear why the SUV was driving in the wrong direction. The SUV driver was pronounced dead at the scene. Meanwhile, the operator of the tanker truck sustained moderate injuries in the mishap. He was airlifted to Enloe Medical Center in Chico.

Information about the accident is limited at the moment. The crash is under further investigation. Local authorities will attempt to determine the factors and the liability in the fatal accident.

Fatal Wrong-Way Crash Statistics

Due to California’s massive and overcrowded highways, it’s inevitable for car accidents to occur. California’s roads are deadly, with thousands of fatal car accidents occurring every year.

In this case, a wrong-way collision occurred. In the U.S., each year, there are approximately 355 wrong-way drivers involved in fatal car accidents. It is estimated that there are 1.34 fatalities per collision caused by a driver traveling the wrong way.

Wrong-way accidents often result in serious injuries. These injuries can lead to lifelong disabilities or even death. One study claims that fatal collisions are 27 times more likely when cars travel in the wrong direction. The cause of these accidents is several, including driving while distracted, intoxicated, and tired.

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

Wrong-way collisions generally lead to severe injuries that can mean years of extensive treatment or death. After the sudden death of a loved one, you shouldn’t have to be confused or overwhelmed by wrongful death laws at a time like this when you’re feeling emotional distress.  A deadly car crash lawyer from our firm can take care of your legal issues. Under the law, the liable party will be required to pay the victim’s medical bills, funeral expenses, and the deceased’s pain and suffering as well as companionship.

Arash Law’s legal team is ready to assist you with your legal situation. We have decades of experience and tools at our disposal to help our clients obtain the justice they’re owed. We are located in numerous California cities, including Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Francisco, Riverside, Orange County, and San Diego, and we’d be happy to meet you in person. Contact our California wrongful death lawyer at (888) 488-1391 for a free consultation.