INJURED IN AN ACCIDENT?

[04-04-2025] San Luis Obispo County, CA – 26-Year-Old Woman Seriously Injured in Two-Vehicle Collision on Highway 46 at Jardine Road

A 26-year-old woman sustained major injuries following a two-vehicle collision on Highway 46 at Jardine Road in San Luis Obispo County on Friday evening, April 4, 2025.

According to a press release issued by the California Highway Patrol – Templeton Area, officers were dispatched to the scene at approximately 8:52 p.m. in unincorporated San Luis Obispo County.

It was determined that the woman had been driving a gray Honda Civic eastbound on Highway 46 in the left turn lane while a 65-year-old man had been driving a black Ford F-350 westbound on Highway 46.

The Honda Civic reportedly failed to yield to oncoming traffic and entered the path of the Ford F-350, resulting in a collision. The woman was suspected of sustaining major injuries and was transported to Sierra Vista Hospital for further treatment.

Alcohol and drugs were not considered to be factors in the crash, but an investigation into the incident remains ongoing, according to the CHP.

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.