STATISTICSOF TRUCK ACCIDENTSIN RIVERSIDE& CALIFORNIA
Truck accidents are a serious issue in Riverside and throughout California. Here are some statistics that highlight the scope of the problem:
In 2020, there were 5,864 fatal crashes in California, and 441 of those involved large trucks.
The number of fatal crashes involving large trucks in California increased by 20% from 2010 to 2020.
In Riverside County alone, there were 67 fatal crashes involving large trucks from 2016 to 2020.
In 2020, there were 187 fatal crashes involving large trucks in California, and 22 of those occurred in Riverside County.
Large truck crashes can result in serious injuries, with 10% of all injuries resulting from large truck crashes being fatal. The most common causes of large truck crashes in California are driver error, mechanical failure, and improper loading of cargo. In California, the age group most commonly involved in large truck crashes is drivers aged 25 to 34.
Large truck crashes in California result in an estimated $3.4 billion in economic losses each year.
WHYCONSULTINGWITHA TRUCKACCIDENTLAWYERIS IMPORTANTINCALIFORNIA
The California Trucking Association (CTA) recommends consulting with a truck accident lawyer as soon as possible after an accident to protect your rights and maximize your chances of receiving compensation for your injuries and losses
