Woman Critically Hurt in Bakersfield Accident on 21st Street near Union Avenue
Bakersfield, California (November 18, 2021) – Two people, including a critically injured woman, were hospitalized after being involved in a multi-vehicle collision in Bakersfield Tuesday night, November 16.
The major injury fiery crash was reported at around 5:48 p.m. in the area of 21st Street and Union Avenue.
The accident occurred when a Chevrolet Silverado heading northbound on 21st Street failed to slow down as it approached slower traffic ahead in the evening hours. The Silverado then crashed into another car, triggering a chain reaction involving eight other automobiles.
Major Injury Bakersfield Fiery Car Accident
Due to the impact, one of the vehicles caught fire, and a woman was pinned inside the wreckage. She was rescued by a Good Samaritan from the fully engulfed car and sustained major injuries.
The female party was then rushed to an area hospital where she was listed in critical condition.
A second victim reportedly sustained minor injuries and was also hospitalized after the crash.
Authorities affirmed speed appeared to have played a role in the crash.
The Bakersfield Police Department is investigating the cause of the accident. Anyone with additional details about this crash is urged to contact BPD at (661) 327-7111.
Motor Vehicle Accidents in Bakersfield
Being involved in a motor vehicle accident can be a traumatic experience for the victims and their families. According to a report by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than 1460 traffic crashes were reported in Bakersfield in 2020, resulting in the deaths of at least 51 people. Statistics show that the leading cause of most of these auto accidents is human error. This includes dangerous acts such as; distracted driving, speeding, drunk driving, reckless driving, bad weather, wrong-way driving, and failure to observe traffic laws.
When you are involved in a traffic collision, you and your family may be forced to spend tens of thousands of dollars on medical bills, property damages, and maybe funeral services, while also enduring endless mental and emotional suffering.
Although the exact cause of the accident above was not immediately determined, the authorities will continue to gather more information, including witness statements to establish the cause of the accident. However, Pacific Attorney Group's managing attorney P. Mark Shayani believes that a separate and independent investigation into the crash is equally important. “A car accident attorney will investigate, research, and review every case thoroughly and explain to clients their rights and answer all questions to their satisfaction,” he said.
Victims of traffic accidents have an enforceable right under law to full and fair compensation for the costs and losses they suffer. Whether they receive what the law provides for them or whether they receive any compensation at all depends on how well their attorneys can pursue their claims through the intricacies of the state civil legal processes.
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If you have been involved in a traffic accident and got injured, it is important to get in touch with a skilled attorney immediately for guidance. At Pacific Attorney Group, we specialize in personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits for all types of auto accidents. We assist accident victims and their families to seek justice and financial compensation for their injuries, pain and suffering.