Minor Injuries Sustained in State Route 99 Collision near Florin Road On-Ramp n Sacramento
Sacramento, California (November 5, 2021) – Authorities are investigating a multi-vehicle collision that happened Thursday afternoon on State Route 99 in Sacramento, resulting in minor injuries.
Three vehicles collided at around 5:11 p.m. on southbound State Route 99 near the Florin Road on-ramp.
An occupant in one of the vehicles, only identified as a Hispanic male adult, reportedly passed out in the car.
Emergency crews responded to help the motorists.
According to the responders, only minor injuries were sustained in the accident. It was not clear if anyone was hospitalized.
CHP is investigating to establish the cause of the collision.
Auto Accidents in Sacramento
According to the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), Sacramento had a total of 3,217 victims killed and injured in traffic collisions in 2018.
Out of this number:
343 were involved in DUI collisions.
122 were involved in motorcycle accidents.
249 were involved in pedestrian accidents.
223 were involved in bicycle crashes.
What Compensation Is Available for Victims of Traffic Collisions?
A crash victim or their family member may have the right to claim compensation for current or future projected damages, including:
Medical expenses, expenses for future medical treatment, pain and suffering, loss of current and future wages, loss of consortium, among other damages.