San Juan Capistrano, CA: Driver Seriously Injured in Car Crash on Ortega Highway
1 Hospitalized after Ortega Highway Car Crash in San Juan Capistrano
San Juan Capistrano, California (May 18, 2020) – A driver was seriously injured in a two-vehicle collision that happened early Monday morning in San Juan Capistrano, the California Highway Patrol reported.
CHP said the vehicles collided at about 12:37 a.m. on Ortega Highway, also known as Highway 74, near Mile Marker 12.
Two vehicles collided, blocking the roadway. A male driver of one of the cars was trapped inside. A party reporting the accident said he was able to get that driver out of the car and lay him on the right shoulder.
The victim sustained a broken foot. Paramedics responding to the scene transported the patient to Fahmy Kariem Mission Hospital.
The crash is under an active investigation.
When a car accident occurs, the responsible party will be required by law to compensate the victims for medical expenses, lost earnings, and future loss of earnings or medical care. In serious accidents, the responsible driver may be held accountable for paying non-economic damages, including emotional trauma, pain, and suffering.
Mark Shayani, the Managing Attorney at Pacific Attorney Group, says determining where liability lies is not direct and straightforward due to varying factors being involved and the fact that most people will want to avoid responsibility even when they were at fault. Additionally, the insurance companies that cover the car that will be found at fault will want to reduce the amounts to be offered as compensation to the lowest levels possible.
“It is of the utmost importance that you do not give any statements or admit fault if approached by the other driver’s insurance company. Anything you say could be used against you at a later date when the liability of the collision is determined.” Shayani said.
Mr. Shayani advises victims of car accidents or their family members to seek legal help from a seasoned attorney who can conduct an independent investigation and fight for their rights.
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