Sacramento, CA: Major Injury Crash on Highway 99
Major Injuries Sustained in Sacramento Car Accident on Highway 99 near Sutterville Road
Sacramento, California (May 7, 2020) – Authorities are investigating a Wednesday afternoon multi-car accident that resulted in major injuries in Sacramento.
The crash happened at about 5:50 p.m., on May 6, along Highway 99 near Sutterville Road.
According to the California Highway Patrol, Several vehicles collided on the roadway. Two of the involved vehicles wedged together in and came to a rest in the Nos. 1 and 2 lanes of Highway 99.
One person was reportedly outside a vehicle at the time of the accident.
Major Injuries Sustained in Crash on Highway 99 in Sacramento
An unknown number of parties sustained severe injuries as a result of the mishap.
More details about the crash were not immediately available.
An investigation into the accident is underway.
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.
Contact Pacific Attorney Group at Click to call : 866-803-6502 and talk to an auto accident attorney for advice.
