![[12-12-2024] One Injured After Multi-Vehicle Crash Involving School Bus on Homer Avenue in Palo Alto](https://ak1.to//Ce.webp)
One person sustained injuries after a multi-vehicle crash involving a school bus carrying three children in Palo Alto on Thursday morning, December 12, 2024.
According to the Palo Alto Fire Department, the crash was reported at 8:04 a.m. at the intersection of Homer Avenue and Middlefield Road.
The vehicles involved included a gray Subaru, a red Hyundai, and the school bus. The Palo Alto Police Department confirmed that one person, who was not on the bus, sustained minor to moderate injuries. No injuries were reported among the students on the school bus.
Preliminary investigations by the California Highway Patrol revealed conflicting accounts from the drivers. The drivers of the school bus and the Subaru claimed to have had the green light, while the Hyundai driver also asserted having the green light. The vehicles collided in the middle of the intersection.
Authorities are continuing their investigation into the cause of the crash.
The investigation into the accident continues.
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.
