San Luis Obispo, CA – A crash on South Higuera Street left one adult and three children injured on Saturday evening, September 7, 2024, according to The San Luis Obispo Tribune.
The San Luis Obispo Police Department reported that a 20-year-old Grover Beach resident was driving an SUV with three children when the accident occurred.
The crash happened around 6:15 PM, when the SUV ran a red light at the intersection of South Higuera Street and Suburban Road. The vehicle collided with a truck that was making a left turn onto South Higuera. Upon impact, the SUV rolled over, causing injuries to all four occupants.
The driver and a child in the front seat were taken to a local hospital for treatment. Two children in the backseat suffered more serious injuries, with one requiring specialized care. According to police, the child was airlifted to a children’s hospital outside the area.
Authorities confirmed that the driver of the truck was not injured. The San Luis Obispo Police Department’s Severe Collision Investigation Unit is currently investigating the crash, though initial findings indicate that drugs and alcohol were not factors in the incident.
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.
Stop Sign Laws
California Law requires drivers to come to a complete stop at a Stop sign (California Vehicle Code 22450). Drivers may only enter the intersection when it appears safe for all parties to do so (California Vehicle Code 21802).
