A passenger in a Honda suffered facial fractures Sunday afternoon in a head-on collision in Redding, KRCRTV News reported. The two-vehicle crash happened at Northpoint Drive and Lake Boulevard. According to news reports, Manuel Arzate was driving northbound on Northpoint Drive when he crossed the double yellow line and into oncoming traffic. He struck a silver Honda heading southbound on the same road. George Mieger, 68, of Redding, a backseat passenger in the Honda, suffered facial fractures and was taken by ambulance to Mercy Medical Center.
Cause of the Accident
The Redding Police Department is the agency investigating this two-vehicle collision. Based on the news reports, it is not clear why Arzate allowed his vehicle to cross into southbound traffic and collide with the Honda. The Redding Police Department said there was "no illegal activity involved."
Head-on Collision Personal Injury Liability
In situations such as this December 12th Shasta County head-on collision, where negligence is a possible cause of the accident, it would certainly be advisable for the injured victim or his family member to contact an experienced and knowledgeable northern California personal injury lawyer. An experienced attorney can oversee the investigation by law enforcement and advise the victim of his best course of action to recover maximum compensation for medical care and treatment expenses, any lost earnings or wages resulting from the victim's injuries, as well as compensation for pain and suffering, from the other driver or any other parties that may be liable.
Sources: KRCRTV.com
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