South Sacramento HIt and Run Crash
South Sacramento Hit and Run Crash Turns Deadly
I’m Ed Smith, a Sacramento Brain Injury Attorney. A man suffered a serious head injury after being struck by a hit-and-run driver on Saturday, July 9, 2016.
Update: Sadly, the victim in this accident detailed below, George Iseri, 95 of Courtland, passed away on Tuesday as a result of the injuries he suffered last weekend.
What Happened?
Authorities indicated that a a hit-and-run crash took place in the south area of Sacramento. The injured victim was rendered unconscious in his vehicle by the force of the impact.
The injured man had to be transported to the hospital for treatment of his injuries.
Head and Brain Injuries Resulting from Car Crashes
Injuries to the head, or Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) can occur after being involved in a car crash. The significant force involved in a motor vehicle crash can produce head and brain trauma. It has been widely publicized that concussions can have devastating and long-term effects.
It is crucial to have a thorough medical evaluation if you have hit your head, lost consciousness or suffered any type of injury in an auto accident. Even if you think your injuries are minor, it is adviseable to have a thorough medical evaluation. Sometimes symptoms take a while to become noticeable. Never assume you are going to be fine. To protect your health and to honor those who love and depend on you for their support, get yourself checked by a qualified physician very soon after your car accident.
Where Did the South Sacramento Hit and Run Crash Occur?
The hit-and-run crash took place in the vicinity of Freeport Boulevard at Meadowview Road, the Sacramento Police Department said.
What Happened to the Hit and Run Driver?
The driver of the other car ran from the accident scene, according to police.
No identifying information for that driver has been released.
Authorities are unsure if excessive speed, alcohol or drug impairment was a factor in the collision.
Hit and Run Driver May Have Ran a Red Light
Officers believe the hit-and-run driver may have ran a red light.
Traffic was detoured at Meadowview Road. Westbound traffic was directed to proceed through the Home Depot parking lot as rescue personnel and investigators worked the scene of the accident.
Insurance Available Even if You Cannot Locate Hit and Run Driver
Many people are under the impression they need to find the hit and run motorist in order to make a claim for damages for the injuries they have suffered. The majority of the time, that is absolutely not the case. So long as the party struck by the hit and run driver owned a vehicle or someone living in his or her home owned a car, he or she is more than likely covered by that policy of insurance.
Check for Uninsured Motorist Coverage
Most policies of insurance have uninsured motorist coverage. If the injured person had auto insurance, he also has uninsured motorist insurance in California unless he signed a waiver not to have this type of coverage. If you have questions regarding insurance coverage after being struck by a hit and run driver, please call me for free, friendly advice.
Watch the Youtube Video below for more helpful information. Sometimes hit and run drivers do not stop at the accident scene due to not having a auto insurance. This is why uninsured motorist coverage is so beneficial. If you are involved in a crash with a hit and run driver you will want to file a claim with your own insurance company under the unisured motorist portion of your policy.
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I’m Ed Smith, a Sacramento Brain Injury Attorney. If you or someone in your family has been in a collision involving a hit-and-run driver and would like to know what steps to take next, please contact me at (916) 921-6400 for free, friendly advice. I’ve been helping South Sacramento residents recover compensation for their serious personal injuries, lost wages and wrongful deaths for more than 34 years.
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Source of South Sacramento Hit and Run Crash – KCRA 3 News-http://www.kcra.com/news/local-news/news-sacramento/sacramento-man-injured-in-2vehicle-hitandrun-crash/40436734
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