Truckee, CA (March 10, 2023) – At 3:45 p.m. on March 9, California Highway Patrol troopers were called to the scene of a crash that took place in the Truckee area and ended in injuries.
According to officials, a blue tanker truck was involved in a collision with an unknown number of vehicles on Interstate 80. The impact of the crash caused one of the big rigs to jackknife on the westbound side of the road just west of Eagle Lakes Road.
Authorities arrived at the scene and located a semi-truck and a Ford F2 50 pickup truck blocking multiple lanes of the highway. Authorities closed off a portion of the road as they provided assistance.
Multiple tow trucks responded to the scene of the accident to remove the damaged vehicles.
Emergency medical services responded to the scene of the accident to render aid to the victims. At least one person suffered serious injuries and had to be rushed to a local hospital for emergency care.
California Highway Patrol troopers are currently investigating.
Truck Accidents in California
Unfortunately, truck accidents are reported in California far too often. There are thousands of accidents that take place interstate involving large commercial vehicles that result in serious injuries. The unfortunate truth is that a significant number of accidents that we see on our state’s roadways every year are preventable.
Innocent people continue to be harmed daily as a result of drivers who are reckless. Speeding, distractions, impairment, and other acts of negligence continue to contribute to the high rate of accidents that occur every year in our state.
If another driver’s reckless or negligent actions caused a crash that left you injured, you might be able to take legal action. Personal injury claims in the aftermath of your truck accident can provide you with financial relief. Although the last thing that you may be worried about is taking legal action, it is important that you do so in order to provide yourself with the financial resources that you need and deserve.
At Wilshire Law Firm, we understand that life can be unpredictable, and serious injury accidents occur every day. We are here to support you in your legal journey, ensuring that you get the justice you deserve for whatever personal injury case may have occurred. With a proven track record of providing exceptional service for our clients, you can rest assured knowing that you will get the best possible outcome for your personal injury claim. If you’ve been hurt as a result of another driver’s negligence, contact our California law firm today at 800-358-1884 to schedule a free consultation so that our team can get started on reviewing your case and determining the best course of action moving forward.