[11-30-2021] Sacramento County, CA – Two People Injured After a Fiery Wrong-Way Collision in Natomas

After a fiery wrong-way collision in Natomas, two people were hurt on early Tuesday morning, November 30, 2021.

The major collision transpired at approximately 1:30 a.m. on Interstate 5 at the Interstate 80 Interchange in Natomas.

A BMW sedan was reportedly traveling northbound in the southbound lanes of Interstate 5 and collided head-on with a big rig.

The big rig driver veered into the center median area while the sedan careened to the interstate’s right shoulder after the crash. Debris from the impact was scattered across the freeway following the collision.

The BMW driver was seriously injured in the crash. He was taken to an area hospital for treatment. Authorities later determined that the BMW driver may have been under the influence at the time of the crash.

Meanwhile, a passenger inside the big rig sustained minor injuries in the crash. The accident is currently under further investigation.

Wrong-Way Collision Statistics

Everyone engaged in a car collision is at risk of serious injury or death. Because vehicles are so common, many motorists fail to realize how quickly an accident can happen.

Sacramento is the capital of California, as well as the seat of Sacramento County. With a population of 513,625, it is the sixth-largest city in California. This is why it’s no surprise how Sacramento ranked first in the state per capita for injuries and fatalities as a result of dangerous driving.

According to the California Office of Traffic Safety, in 2016, Sacramento traffic accidents had caused 2,878 recorded injuries and deaths. In this case, a wrong-way collision occurred.

Wrong-way driving is responsible for the deaths of around 355 Americans each year. Spinal cord damage, paralysis, or head trauma can result from a wrong-way collision. Consequently, the victim may necessitate more care, such as expensive medical treatments, surgeries, and therapies.

Sacramento County Personal Injury Attorney for Victims of Wrong-Way Collisions

When you hire the best personal injury attorney in Sacramento from Arash Law, we will focus on compellingly telling your story of loss. This is one of our many keys to success.

Our legal team creates focus groups for the sole purpose of shedding light on the details of how and why the accident happened and all that the client has suffered as a result.

The way we tell your story can prove to an insurance company, judge, or jury that your losses are genuine and mandate fair and just compensation. By hiring experienced personal injury lawyers in Sacramento, California, you will have an advocate on your side to help you get through the insurance claims process and take further action against the liable party if it is warranted.

Call Arash Law today at (888) 488-1391 or complete our online form to schedule your no-cost personal injury case review. The sooner you get in touch, the sooner we can help you pursue justice for your injuries.