![[12-23-2024] Family Hospitalized After Drunk Driver Causes Rollover Crash on Highway 116](https://ak1.to//PfId.webp)
A family was hospitalized after their car was struck and overturned in a crash caused by a drunk driver on Highway 116 near the Highway 101 on-ramp in Cotati on Monday, December 23, 2024.
According to the Cotati Police Department, the incident occurred when a male driver, whose blood alcohol content was determined to be 3.5 times the legal limit, struck the family’s car, causing it to flip onto its side.
Officers arrived at the scene to find the overturned car with several children trapped inside. Emergency crews worked to extract the passengers, while bystanders stayed at the scene to assist the family.
The suspect attempted to flee the scene but was located and arrested for DUI and felony hit-and-run.
The family members were transported to the hospital for treatment. The extent of their injuries has not been disclosed.
The incident 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.
