A woman was killed when a school bus and an SUV collided in Lancaster on Friday morning, September 27, 2024.
According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, the incident occurred just after 7:00 a.m. in the 1700 block of Columbia Way.
The bus, which was not carrying any children, collided with a Kia Sorento. Preliminary investigations indicate that the bus was headed west on Avenue M when the Sorento swerved into traffic for unknown reasons, resulting in a head-on collision with the bus.
The driver of the Kia was killed in the crash, while two adults on the bus were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.
No further details were immediately available.
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.