Man, 65, Seriously Injured in Crash at Highway 395 and Air Expressway
ADELANTO (August 6, 2018) – A man was seriously injured after his car was hit by a truck at Highway 395 and Air Expressway on Saturday evening, according to Victor Valley News and The Daily Press.
The accident was reported on August 4 at approximately 7:05 p.m.
As per the reports, San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Victor Valley Station said a 31-year-old Yuba City man was operating a 2015 Freightliner commercial truck north on Highway 395 when at the same time a 65-year-old Adelanto man was driving a 2007 Saturn Ion west on Air Expressway.
Truck Accident at Highway 395 and Air Expressway Saturday
Witnesses claimed that the truck driver allegedly ran a red light as he entered the intersection and hit the driver’s side of the car. The big rig was pulling a trailer when the wreck occurred.
Deputies affirmed that the 65-year-old motorist was extricated from the Saturn and was flown to Loma Linda University Medical Center with major injuries. His name and condition at the moment remained unknown.
Meanwhile, the Ion sustained major damage to the driver side and the tractor-trailer had major front-end damage as a result of the crash. The operator of the semi was unharmed in the incident which is still under investigation.
San Bernardino County Personal Injury Lawyer
Based on the news report, the operator of the truck is accused of running a red light and causing the collision that led to the injuries of the other motorist involved. Authorities will continue to investigate the crash and will determine whether or not driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs was a factor, whether or not excessive speed or distracted driving played a role, and whether or not the party who allegedly prompted the wreck was reckless or negligent at the time of the incident.
Pending the results and findings of the investigation for this accident, the injured and not held responsible for causing the collision will possess the right to pursue a personal injury lawsuit against the at-fault individual.
The claim will include the compensation for all the hospital bills, future medical needs, lost income, property damage and pain and suffering.
If you, or your loved one, have been hurt in an auto accident and you believe another person is at fault, contact our experienced San Bernardino County personal injury lawyer to help you. We will fight aggressively for your legal rights and bring our expertise to your case. Give us a call for a free consultation at 855-703-4186.
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