Law enforcement authorities in San Diego recently responded to an auto collision that left several people injured. The accident happened on Tuesday, Nov. 2. A total of seven individuals were hurt. All may be entitled to seek compensation for their losses through legal means.
What happened?
According to reports, two vehicles collided outside the Fresheria restaurant located in Lincoln Park. The force of the impact sent one of the vehicles flying into the establishment. People inside both cars and the restaurant suffered injuries. The news report on this incident did not state if any victims required transportation for medical treatment. It also failed to mention their current conditions.
The driver responsible
The driver responsible is said to have fled the scene on foot. It did not take long for her to be located and arrested. Authorities are trying to determine if drugs or alcohol contributed to the wreck.
Seeking compensation
California is an at-fault state, meaning the injured victims may file claims against the responsible party’s insurance provider to seek compensation for their losses. If this individual does not have insurance, they may file claims directly against her. They may also pursue relief through their insurance providers if doing so becomes necessary. An experienced personal injury attorney can assist each one of the victims take the steps to seek maximum compensation for any damages sustained such as medical expenses, pain and suffering, emotional distress, lost wages, and many other losses both economic and non-economic in nature. Their cases may be settled through out-of-court negotiations or, if necessary, litigation.