This past weekend a serious Sacramento car accident injured three people after a driver allegedly ran a red light and crashed into the red Jeep they were riding in at the intersection of 65th Street Expressway and Stockton Boulevard. The man at the wheel of the white sedan that caused the collision attempted to run away on foot, but was quickly apprehended.
Several issues are raised in any California car accident that causes an injury. First criminal charges may be appropriate. Where an accident is caused by criminal recklessness - such as may be caused by driving under the influence - misdemeanor or felony charges may result. Additionally, an individual's driving privileges may be affected and a Department of Motor vehicles hearing may take place. Further, the victims injured in a car accident may want to file a civil personal injury action to recover damages and receive compensation for their harm. Consulting with an experienced Sacramento personal injury lawyer is important to determine your rights and help you obtain the compensation you deserve.
Here, where an injury is caused it is important to determine the extent of the injury. Some common car accident injuries include:
• Head and neck injuries, including traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
• Spinal cord injuries
• Broken bones
• Lacerations and bruises
Where your injuries are the result of another's carelessness or recklessness, it may be possible to recover money for the harm caused by the accident. This may include items such as emotional distress, lost current and potential income and loss of support and companionship.
Every car accident is different and contains special circumstances that may play a role in the amount of damages you receive. To ensure you obtain the compensation you deserve, contact an experienced Sacramento car accident lawyer at the Law Office of Frederick J. Sette for a free, initial consultation.
