San Diego Personal Injury Lawyers

When people who are used to driving in large cities and heavy traffic, it can be a relief to drive out in the open and away from so many other vehicles.  However, such a change can also lead to other problems and mistakes, and these mistakes are just as dangerous as those made during rush hour in a city.  While it’s too early to know what exactly led to a fatal Brawley car accident last weekend, a driver from San Diego was arrested after the crash that killed two people.

According to the authorities, this fatal Brawley car accident occurred on Saturday afternoon when a 22-year-old man from San Diego was driving his Acura in a westbound direction on Fredricks Road.  As he approached the intersection with Highway 86, he allegedly failed to yield the right-of-way to an oncoming Honda.  As a result, the two vehicles collided.  Three people in the Honda were seriously injured, and two people, who were 18 and 9 years old respectively, were killed.  The driver of the Acura was also seriously injured.

California Car Accident Statistics

First and foremost, we’d like to offer our most sincere condolences to the families and friends of the two people who were tragically killed in this Brawley car accident.  We also hope that the people who were injured are able to survive the harm they have already endured.  In addition, this crash will now become part of the overall statistics regarding California car accidents.  Every year, more than 175,000 people are injured and nearly 3,000 people are killed in these occurrences.

California Wrongful Death Lawyers

If the available facts are accurate and the driver of the Acura caused this Brawley car accident, then it seems possible that a California wrongful death lawsuit could be filed on behalf of those who were killed and California personal injury lawsuits could be filed by those who were seriously injured.  Successful claims could lead to damages awards that compensate the plaintiffs for their losses.

If you or someone you love has been severely injured in a crash, seek the help of California catastrophic injury lawyers who have been fighting successfully for the rights of clients for many years.  Contact Mitchell | Gilleon today to schedule a free initial consultation.