Two people were injured following a vehicle vs. truck head-on collision near Hanford early Sunday morning, August 11, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the incident occurred around 3:30 a.m. on Highway 43 near Grangeville Boulevard.
A 33-year-old man from Porterville was driving a gold Toyota Camry southbound on Highway 43. At the same time, a red Peterbilt truck driven by a 48-year-old man from Hanford was traveling in the opposite direction. For reasons still under investigation, the Toyota driver crossed over the double yellow lines directly into the path of the truck.
The vehicles collided head-on, and the Porterville man, who was not wearing a seatbelt, was ejected from the Toyota. Both drivers were transported to the hospital, with the 33-year-old suffering from major injuries. The current condition of the two injured drivers was not immediately available.
CHP reported that neither alcohol nor drugs appear to have been factors in the crash. The cause of the collision remains under investigation.
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.
