Ten people were injured, including children, following a two-vehicle collision in Palmdale on Sunday evening, July 7, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the traffic accident happened at about 8:05 p.m. on Pearblossom Highway at Small Road.
Video taken from the crash site showed a white SUV with significant damage on its front and a silver Nissan sedan with major damage on the side of the road. It appears that the Nissan was T-boned and subsequently pushed to the side by the SUV.
A total of ten people were said to be hurt in the incident. Two of them were listed in critical condition, another two suffered moderate injuries, and the remaining six all sustained minor injuries. It is not immediately known if all of them were taken to the hospital.
None of the people involved have been identified yet. It is also unclear how many were occupying which vehicle at the time of the crash.
Additional information was not immediately available, and the authorities are still gathering all the necessary details to determine the circumstances surrounding the vehicular accident.
CHP’s investigation into the collision is underway.
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.