San Francisco, CA – Injuries Reported in Multi-Vehicle Crash on Oakland Bay Bridge (I-80)
San Francisco, CA (September 12, 2020) – A vehicle accident in San Francisco resulted in injuries. At 9 p.m., on September 11, the California Highway Patrol responded to the scene of a major motor vehicle accident on the San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge (Interstate 80).
Reports show that several vehicles collided on the eastbound side of the Bay Bridge due to undisclosed circumstances. The crash resulted in severe delays in traffic throughout the area.
Several firefighters, police officers, and first responders were called to the scene of the accident. Firefighters and police secured the area as medical personnel rendered aid to those in need. At least one person was transported from the scene of the accident to an area hospital for treatment. At this time, the incident remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with the victim injured in this accident. We hope for their full recovery.
Car Accidents in San Francisco
Every day, millions of people throughout the state use vehicles to travel to their destinations. Although we like to think everyone makes it to their destination unscathed, this is not always true. In fact, the state of California is notorious for traffic-related incidents. In fact, the state ranks as one of the highest car accident death counts each year with an average of .92 deaths per 100 million vehicle miles traveled. Although this may not seem like a substantial number, it equates to thousands of lives lost each year.
In addition to losing our loved ones in accidents, over 150,000 other people are seriously injured in collisions each year. This number breaks down to around 10,000 people being injured in auto collisions throughout the state of California every month. The majority of auto accidents reported in the state of California are a result of driver actions. When drivers are reckless, drive impaired, engage in distracting behaviors, or take their eyes off the road for any reason, it can lead to life-changing accidents. Many victims require hospitalization, therapy, and months to recover. Thousands of accident victims are left with permanent disfigurement and pain and suffering that impacts their health and wellbeing. When victims are injured in accidents, it is crucial that they seek legal guidance from a car accident attorney in California to explore legal options available to them.
Working with a responsive and effective legal team will ensure your interests are protected after being involved in a collision. William E. Weiss, attorney at law, has over three decades of experience helping accident victims get the justice they deserve after being harmed in collisions caused by negligent drivers. California personal injury attorney William E. Weiss strives to ensure clients obtain full and fair compensation to alleviate the financial burdens they face moving forward from their accidents. Although moving forward from such a traumatic experience is full of challenges, it can be extremely helpful to have the financial resources necessary for medical treatment and other expenses you face moving forward. If you were injured in a collision as a result of a negligent driver, contact California accident lawyer William E. Weiss directly by calling (415) 235-7060 to explore legal options available for you.
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