Bakersfield, CA: Major-Injury Accident on Highway 43 at Jack Avenue
Driver Airlifted after Bakersfield Crash on Highway 43 at Jack Avenue
Bakersfield, California (September 21, 2020) – A driver was seriously injured Monday morning in a traffic accident in Bakersfield, according to a report by the California Highway Patrol.
The major-injury collision happened a little after 6:00 a.m. on Highway 43 at Jack Avenue, just outside Shafter.
As per the CHP report, a big rig was attempting to make a U-turn when a pickup truck struck its trailer.
Truck Accident on Highway 43 in Bakersfield
The driver of the pickup was airlifted to Kern Medical with major injuries. The name and condition of the patient at this time were not immediately provided.
All northbound lanes of Highway 43 were closed as the investigation and cleanup took place.
The crash remains under investigation.
Every year, thousands of car accidents happen in California. High impact collisions usually result in catastrophic injuries and sometimes death. Whenever you get behind the wheel or board a car as a passenger, you are at risk of being involved in a traffic collision.
Being a victim of a car collision can leave you with great pain and a lot of confusion about what to do next. Depending on the circumstances surrounding the car accident, you may receive compensation.
Handling a personal injury case while nursing your injuries may be stressful and time-consuming, especially if you do not have experience.
If you were injured in a car crash, we recommend finding a car accident lawyer you can trust to handle your case as you recover. An attorney can relieve you of the stress and save your time by providing professional legal services.
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