Irvine, CA – Injuries Reported in Serious Car Accident on I-5
Irvine, CA (June 16, 2022) – One or more parties were injured in a car accident that took place on a major highway in Irvine on Thursday night, June 16.
According to Irvine officials, the accident happened around 9:04 p.m. in the southbound lanes of I-5 around the area of Jamboree Road. Several vehicles were traveling in the southbound lanes of traffic when they collided with each other due to reasons that are not entirely known. The vehicles involved in the accident sustained severe damage as a result of the accident.
Paramedics, fire crews, and several other responders were immediately called to the scene to help those in need. One or more victims were injured as a result of the accident. The parties were treated at the scene and then rushed to local hospitals for treatment, though their conditions are not yet known.
Due to the severity of the collision, a large portion of the road was blocked in the area for some time. Police quickly worked to clear the scene so traffic could return to normal.
No further details have been released. The investigation into the circumstances of the accident continues at this time.
We offer our thoughts to those injured in this accident with hopes of a speedy recovery.
Car Accidents in California
Car accidents have been increasing steadily on our roads in recent years throughout the state of California. In fact, hundreds of thousands of people are hurt in car accidents within the state every single year. In one recent year, over 193,000 people were injured in serious California car accidents. Though these accidents can happen anywhere, highways are some of the most common places for collisions. The aftermath of a car accident can be a difficult thing to face. If you have been hurt in a serious car accident, you should be prepared to speak with an attorney who has your best interests in mind.
Being hurt in a car accident can affect your life in many ways, which is why you should speak with an Irvine car accident lawyer who can answer any questions that you may have. These could include some of the following:
- What evidence do you need to prove that another party is to blame for your accident?
- What deadlines will you have to meet if you want to move forward with a successful claim?
- Will your case be settled or will it make it all the way to trial?
These are questions that you can answer when you speak with a knowledgeable Irvine personal injury lawyer.
At Russell & Lazarus APC, Personal Injury Lawyer, our attorneys are here for you after you have sustained injuries in a car accident that is not your fault. We will stand by your side every step of the way as you navigate the California legal system for the first time. Our attorneys believe that a liable party should be held fully responsible for the harm that they have caused you in an accident. Please do not hesitate to contact a car accident attorney in Irvine at (888) 539-3154 for more information on how we can help you during these difficult times.
Note: This post was created through the use of secondary sources such as state and local news sources, police accident reports, social media platforms, and eyewitness accounts about serious injury accidents that take place in Orange County. The facts surrounding this accident have not been independently verified, therefore, if any information is incorrect, please contact Russell & Lazarus APC, Personal Injury Lawyer so we can update the post with the most accurate information available. We will remove this post upon request.
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