Coachella Crash Leaves 5 Injured on Dillon Road
A total of 5 people were left with injuries on Monday evening in Coachella, California.
Per reports, two vehicles collided at 9:10 p.m. on January 10th on Dillon Road, at the State Route 86 overpass.
Investigators are still working at this time to determine what caused the collision.
Out of the 5 people that were injured, one person had to be airlifted after sustaining serious injuries.
Additionally, the others suffered minor to moderate injuries.
Further details will be provided once an investigation is concluded.
Tips for after accident procedures:
- Always stop at the scene
- Call 911 if there are any injuries
- Get vehicle to safety if it is moveable, if it is not, put on hazards
- Exchange information with others involved and document everything
- Call 911 to report accident – they determine who was at fault
If your injuries are caused by the negligence of a third party you may be entitled to compensation. In the event of a death, families may be entitled to wrongful death benefits.
It is also important to remember that in the state of California a person involved in a car accident who has sustained injuries has to file a claim within two years of the accident.
Contact JT Legal Group at (888) 529-3111 if you need legal assistance following an accident.
