![[11-11-2024] Wrong-Way Collision on Highway 135 in Orcutt Leaves One Critically Injured](https://ak1.to//L0z.webp)
One person was critically injured in a wrong-way collision on Highway 135 in Orcutt, Santa Barbara County, late Monday night, November 11, 2024.
According to the Santa Barbara County Fire Department, the crash occurred around 9:40 p.m. near the Clark Avenue southbound off-ramp.
Authorities stated that the wrong-way driver was traveling northbound on Highway 135 when his vehicle collided with a southbound vehicle.
The wrong-way driver, a man in his 40s, sustained major injuries and had to be extricated from the wreckage. He was transported by AMR ambulance to Marian Regional Medical Center in Santa Maria. His identity and further details about his condition were not immediately available.
The driver of the other vehicle, a man in his 20s, declined medical treatment.
The California Highway Patrol is investigating the collision.
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.
