![[07-17-2024] Possible Minor Injury Reported After Multi-Vehicle Collision in North Highlands](https://ak1.to//DkzHY.webp)
A possible minor injury was reported after a multi-vehicle collision in Sacramento County on Wednesday morning, July 17, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash happened at about 8:13 a.m. on westbound I-80 in North Highlands, north of Del Paso Regional Park.
Authorities said that at least two unspecified vehicles were involved in the incident. Details on how the collision occurred were not immediately known, but CHP stated that a possible minor injury was reported. There is no word yet on the possibly injured individual’s current condition, name, age, and place of origin.
As of this writing, the role of drugs, alcohol, and speeding were being investigated as possible factors in the collision. The authorities are gathering all the necessary information to determine the circumstances leading up to the crash.
Additional details will be released once they become available.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
