![[09-24-2025] Construction Worker Seriously Injured After Van Strikes Construction Truck on Highway 101 Near San Antonio Road in Novato](https://ak1.to//q0U.webp)
A construction worker was seriously injured after being struck by a van that collided with a construction truck in Novato on Wednesday, September 24, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred around 1:45 a.m. on northbound Highway 101 near the San Antonio Road overcrossing.
The van, a Ford, sustained major damage, and the collision blocked the northbound lanes. CHP diverted traffic to the shoulder and called in a specialized investigative team to handle the major collision.
The conditions of both the construction worker and the van driver were not immediately available. Caltrans, which has been conducting overnight work in the area for the Marin-Sonoma Narrows project, referred inquiries to the CHP. Northbound lanes reopened by about 7:30 a.m., and the crash 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.
