![[10-26-2024] Truck Driver Injured After Trailer Overturns on Highway 99, Spilling Walnuts](https://ak1.to//TYF.webp)
A truck driver was injured after a trailer overturned on Highway 99 in Sutter County, spilling a load of walnuts and leading to a full road closure on Saturday morning, October 26, 2024.
The California Highway Patrol reported that a southbound semi-truck attempted to avoid a passenger car pulling out from O’Banion Road, resulting in a sideswipe collision. The trailer flipped onto its side across the northbound lanes, spilling walnuts over the highway.
The truck driver was taken to a hospital with minor injuries. CHP confirmed that alcohol and drugs were not factors in the incident.
CalTrans officials closed both directions of SR 99 at O’Banion Road, diverting northbound traffic from Highway 113 to Garden Highway and southbound traffic at O’Banion.
The investigation is ongoing.
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.
