[04-18-2024] Shasta County, CA – Elderly Woman Seriously Injured After Trailer Crashes Into Storage Facility in Anderson

An elderly woman was seriously injured after a trailer crashed into a storage facility in Anderson on Thursday afternoon, April 18, 2024.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the incident occurred before 4:00 p.m. at Ball’s Ferry Mini Storage on Deschutes Road.

Reports indicate that a truck was traveling along Deschutes Rd when its flatbed trailer disconnected and slammed into a home.

A woman in her mid-70s who was inside suffered major injuries. She was taken to Mercy Medical Center in Redding.

Authorities dismissed alcohol and drugs as factors in the crash. 

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.