San Luis Obispo County, CA — A rollover crash on Highway 46 near Shandon resulted in three injuries on Tuesday morning, May 14, 2024, according to The San Luis Obispo Tribune.
The accident occurred around 11:46 AM when firefighters were dispatched to the scene of a vehicle rollover on Highway 46 West. Upon arrival, emergency responders found three occupants in the vehicle.
According to a post by Cal Fire on X, two of the individuals sustained minor injuries, while the third suffered major injuries. The critically injured person was airlifted to a nearby hospital for urgent medical care.
The cause of the crash is currently under investigation, as authorities work to determine the factors that led to this serious incident.
Liability in Solo-Vehicle Collisions
In some circumstances, investigations can reveal that some portion of the liability for a solo-vehicle collision might fall upon other drivers in the vicinity of the accident or even unsafe roadway structures. Working through the particulars of liability to help victims and their families find proper compensation is one of the many services a personal injury attorney can provide.
Passenger Liability
The liability insurance that drivers carry is not just meant to cover accidental harm caused to those outside of the vehicle. A driver is responsible for the safety of those in their vehicle as well. While making a wrongful death or personal injury claim against someone who knew the victim personally may prove emotionally challenging, the financial burdens following a vehicular accident can be hefty.
A good personal injury attorney can help grieving families seek proper compensation for their loss by navigating these tricky issues, as well as negotiating on the victim’s behalf with insurance companies, who routinely work to minimize the payout of any claim they cannot deny.
