![[05-01-2025] Two People Injured After Collision Involving Big Rig on Highway 99W Near Riverside Avenue in Red Bluff](https://ak1.to//lfI2.webp)
Two people were injured following a collision between a sedan and a big rig southeast of Red Bluff on Thursday morning, May 1, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred at approximately 8:53 a.m. on Highway 99W near the Riverside Avenue intersection.
A white Lexus sedan traveling northbound drifted into the southbound lane and collided with a semi truck pulling a trailer.
The Lexus sustained major front-end damage, and the trailer attached to the big rig was also damaged. The male driver of the Lexus suffered serious injuries and was transported to St. Elizabeth Hospital for treatment. The truck driver sustained minor injuries.
The identity of the Lexus driver remains unknown, as no identification was found at the scene.
The CHP is investigating the cause of the crash.
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.
