Palm Desert, CA: Major-Injury Multi-Vehicle Crash at Monterey and Gerald Ford
Driver Seriously Injured in Palm Desert DUI Car Accident at Monterey and Gerald Ford
Palm Desert, California (July 19, 2019) – A driver was seriously injured Friday night in a traffic accident involving several vehicles at an intersection Palm Desert, according to a local news source.
The major injury crash took place shortly after 7:30 p.m. at the intersection of Monterey and Gerald Ford.
Authorities said a vehicle slammed into a gate and fled the scene. Officers tried to pull over that vehicle, but the driver failed to yield.
The vehicle then struck three other vehicles at the Palm Desert intersection.
Major-Injury Crash in Palm Desert
The driver of the hit-and-run vehicle sustained major injuries and was transported to a hospital. Another motorist complained of pain but was not taken to the hospital.
Eastbound Gerald Ford and northbound Monterey were shut down for at least one hour following the crash.
Further details were not immediately provided, and the crash remains under investigation.
Pacific Attorney Group wishes the person injured a quick recovery.
Every year, several traffic accidents are reported in California. Unfortunately, these accidents result in many fatalities and even more injuries. The causes of many of these traffic accidents include distracted driving, speeding, drunk driving, reckless driving, bad weather, wrong-way driving and failure to observe traffic laws. Negligence on the part of motorists is the leading cause of these accidents.
From the report above, the circumstances surrounding the traffic collision remain unclear. However, the authorities will gather information, including witness statements to determine the cause of the accident.
If you or your loved one has been injured in a traffic crash because of a third party’s negligence, then the responsible party should be held accountable. At Pacific Attorney Group, we specialize in personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits. We assist victims of traffic accidents and their families to seek justice. Our personal injury attorneys will leave no stone unturned in the pursuit of justice. We also work hard to ensure you obtain fair compensation for your losses, injuries, and suffering. To find out more, call us today for a free consultation.
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Dangers of Driving While Drunk
Drugs and alcohol contribute to many accidents on US roadways each year. According to the Centers for Disease Control, more than one million motor vehicle operators were taken into custody for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The statistics show that drugs play a role in approximately 16% of motor vehicle accidents while the proportion of fatal crashes involving alcohol is above 25%. Every day, about 29 people die in the US in vehicle accidents involving intoxicated drivers.
It is almost obvious that driving while intoxicated is irresponsible and could be deadly both to the involved drivers and other road users. Intoxicated drivers tend to be overconfident and usually make impaired judgments. A drunk driver who causes harm to others will no doubt be faced with stiff penalties.
