INJURED IN AN ACCIDENT?

[05-22-2024] Sacramento County, CA – At Least One Person Injured Following Motorcycle Hit-And-Run Crash Along Highway 50

At least one person was injured following a motorcycle hit-and-run crash in Sacramento on Wednesday night, May 22, 2024.

According to the Califonia Highway Patrol, the collision happened at about 8:35 p.m. on westbound Highway 50 near the northbound Interstate 5 connector.

CHP reported that at least one person was injured as a result of the incident but did not specify how many people were involved in total. The extent of the injuries sustained by that one person was also not disclosed.

Initial reports only described the accident as a motorcycle hit-and-run crash and did not elaborate further.

Additional information was not immediately available, and the authorities are still gathering all the necessary details to determine the factors leading up to the incident.

The CHP is still investigating.

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.