[04-10-2023] Orange County, CA – Two-Vehicle Collision Resulted in Two Injuries in Santa Ana

A two-vehicle collision resulted in two injuries in Santa Ana on Monday evening, April 10, 2023.

According to the Orange County Fire Authority, the collision happened around 9:33 p.m. between South Greenville Street and Warner Avenue near the OCFA Fire Station No. 77.

The two vehicles involved were a blue and white 1987 Chevrolet K10 Suburban and a silver Lexus SUV.

The collision caused the Chevrolet’s rear axle to be torn off, while the two people involved reportedly sustained minor injuries.

The authorities have not released any further details about the collision.

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What to Do After a Car Accident

A car accident is something no one can predict, but you can prepare for it. Carry a checklist in your glove box to help you stay calm and collected after a car crash. It can guide you on what to do, what to avoid, and how to protect your rights. You can follow these guidelines:

• Stay Calm and do not admit fault. Stay at the scene and make sure everyone is okay. You should check yourself for injuries before helping others.
• Get to a Safe Location and wait for the authorities. Please move any disabled vehicles to the side of the road. Please use your hazard lights to help prevent further collisions.
• Call 911 to report your collision. Call the police unless the accident was minor and caused no injuries or property damage. The police can take statements, gather evidence, and compile a report about the incident.
• Exchange Information with all parties involved. Keep detailed records of everything, including your wounds, the weather, the road, and the car that struck you.
• Do Not Admit Fault under any circumstances, even to the police. Tell the police officer nothing but the truth about what happened.
• Seek Medical Attention. Get in touch with your primary care physician or a specialist right away. Injuries may be treated less severely if given prompt medical attention.
• Report to Your Insurance Company. California’s statute of limitations for reporting an accident to your insurer varies by company.
• Speak to Insurance Adjusters. You can communicate with the claims adjuster, but you shouldn’t reveal any more information than is required. Do not give an insurance company a recorded statement or accept a settlement offer before speaking with an attorney.
• Create a File. Gather and file all paperwork related to the incident, such as the police report, medical bills, details about the other driver, and plans for treating any injuries, in a case file.
• Seek immediate legal counsel from a seasoned California car accident lawyer.

Two-Vehicle Accident Statistics

Automobile accidents continue to be the leading cause of accidental deaths and injuries in the US. Automobiles bring ten million injuries and two million fatalities each year.

The number of traffic fatalities nationwide increased by 8.3% in 2020, according to the National Safety Council. The population has shrunk over the last three years.

In 2019, 39,107 Americans lost their lives due to traffic accidents. Unfortunately, by 2020, that number had increased to 42,338.

There were 3,847 fatalities in California due to traffic accidents in 2020. About 2,260 people were killed in accidents involving just one vehicle, or about 59% of all fatalities. The deaths from collisions involving multiple vehicles totaled 1,587 more people or 41% of the total.

Two vehicles were involved in most collisions (72% of all collisions, 71% of collisions causing injuries, and 77% of collisions resulting in injuries). In 2020, 8,000 people were killed or injured in angled collisions.