Rancho Cordova, CA — On the night of Sunday, August 4, 2024, a single-vehicle collision on Highway 50 in Rancho Cordova left three hospitalized, according to ABC10.
The accident occurred around 7 PM when a Toyota Sequoia veered off the right-hand shoulder of Highway 50, east of Watt Avenue, and descended down an embankment. The SUV struck a metal guardrail before plunging down the dirt embankment. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reported that it remains uncertain why the driver lost control of the vehicle.
CHP noted that the driver sustained major injuries, while two minors in the vehicle suffered moderate injuries. All three were transported to a nearby hospital for medical attention. The accident is still under investigation, and authorities have yet to determine if alcohol or drugs were contributing factors.
Liability in Single-Vehicle Collisions
In certain situations, investigations may uncover that some liability for a single-vehicle collision falls on other drivers nearby or even on unsafe roadway structures. Sorting through these details to help victims and their families secure proper compensation is one of the key services a personal injury attorney offers.
After establishing liability, a personal injury attorney can negotiate with insurance companies on the victim’s behalf. Insurance companies invariably aim to minimize payouts for claims they cannot deny, making legal representation crucial for obtaining fair compensation.
Martin Gasparian is the founder of Maison Law, a California Personal Injury Law Firm. Martin is a graduate of Georgetown University Law School and has been practicing law in California 2004. His practice focuses on helping injury victims know their rights and recover just compensation.
