McFarland, CA – One Person Seriously Hurt in Highway 46 Crash
McFarland, CA (August 3, 2018) – Authorities responded to a crash with serious injuries on Thursday night in McFarland. Just after 11:00 pm, the California Highway Patrol was dispatched to the scene. The crash occurred at Highway 46, just west of Highway 99.
Upon arrival, police discovered a multi-vehicle accident involving a big rig and passenger vehicles. At this time, officers believe that the big rig triggered the crash. The truck was hauling approximately 80,000 pounds of cargo and sustained only minor front end damage.
At least one person in a passenger vehicle was seriously injured and taken to the hospital. An update on their condition is unavailable at this time. Following the crash, approximately 60 gallons of diesel fuel leaked into the roadway. Authorities remained on scene to investigate the crash and clean up the fuel spill.
California Highway Patrol is investigating this crash. There is no further information available at this time.
Serious Injury Crash in Southern California
A serious injury crash, such as this one, can change everything in a moment’s notice. No one gets in their vehicle expecting to be involved in a crash. Crashes occur at the least opportune times and can have a huge impact on your daily life.
When you have suffered serious injuries due to someone else’s negligence, you have important legal rights that must be protected. In California, you are entitled to recover compensation from the other driver. In this situation, you should always hire an experienced Los Angeles personal injury attorney to assist you.
Your attorney will begin the process by gathering all the facts surrounding your accident. They will review police reports and witness statements. Then, your case will be evaluated by considering a number of factors, including your medical bills, the nature and extent of your injuries and the future impact on your life as a result of the crash.
After the initial evaluation, your attorney will attempt to negotiate a settlement with the insurance company. If the company refuses to make a fair demand, the case will proceed to court to be decided by a judge or jury.
At the Los Angeles Injury Group, our team has experience with all steps of the process following a serious crash. We know what it takes to protect you and your loved ones from the devastating effects of these accidents.
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