2 Injured in Big Rig Crash on Interstate 5 [Sacramento, CA]

2 Injured in Big Rig Crash on Interstate 5 [Sacramento, CA]
2 Injured in Big Rig Crash on Interstate 5 [Sacramento, CA]

Big Rig Crash on Interstate 5 Hurt Two People

 
Sacramento, CA (November 2, 2020) – On Saturday, two people were hurt in a big rig crash on Interstate 5.
 
The crash happened at around 12:30 p.m. wherein a pickup truck cut off the tractor-trailer.
 
As a result, the big rig jackknifed and flipped several times from the southbound lanes before resting on its wheels along the center median.
 
Further, the cab of the big-rig was flatted and destroyed. Also, debris was scattered across the four-lane roadway
 
Immediately, the California Highway Patrol responded to the scene. Caltrans’ said there was no estimated time of clearing. Motorists should expect delays and use alternate routes if possible.
 
The Cosumnes Community Services District Fire Department responded to the crash. Upon arrival, they found the big-rig driver and the Dodge Ram pickup driver injured but out of their vehicles.
 
Rescuers transported the victims to Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center in the conscious mind but with unknown injuries.
 
Meanwhile, the California Department of Transportation issued a SigAlert for the incident. Caltrans reported the lanes were cleared around 4 P.M.
 
As a driver, it is your responsibility to be a proactive driver, rather than a reactive one. Moreover, driving defensively prepares you for emergencies.


How to Move Forward after Vehicle Accident

 
According to the United States Department of Transportation, there are approximately 300,000 merging accidents every year.
 
Common events on the road can just as swiftly become safety hazards. Furthermore, everyone must remain calm to properly handle the immediate aftermath of an automobile collision.
 
Sweet Lawyers offer legal representation from experienced and compassionate attorneys that safeguard your legal rights. Moreover, we value the trust and respect of our clients. Thus, we continuously fight to hold liable parties accountable and award our clients the compensation they deserve.
 
Mark Sweet, a personal injury attorney at Sweet Lawyers, says that serious car accident cases may call for a separate investigation. Moreover, an experienced attorney can spearhead fighting on behalf of the injured party.
 
If you are involved in a dangerous auto accident, you can reach out to the experienced lawyers at Sweet Lawyers. Furthermore, we have over 40 years of experience in the legal field. We know what it takes to win your injury case. Let us fight for you, and achieve the justice and compensation that you and your family deserve. Thus, call our offices at (800) 674-7852 for a free, no-obligation consultation with a professional in your area.
 

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