Two people were hospitalized after an accident in Arden-Arcade, Sacramento County, on Monday afternoon, November 4, 2024.
The collision occurred around 4:30 p.m. along the 4300 block of El Camino Avenue, near El Camino High School Center for the Arts.
According to the Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District, one person was found on the ground outside one of the vehicles, while the second person was extricated from a car by emergency crews.
The California Highway Patrol reported that a man was driving an SUV westbound on El Camino Avenue at a high speed when he lost control after hitting a raised center median, veering into the eastbound lanes, and colliding with a second SUV driven by a woman.
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.