Interstate 5 Accidents
California Interstate 5 Accidents Lawyer
Interstate 5, also known as I-5 and the 5 Freeway, runs parallel to the coastlines of California, Oregon and Washington. I-5 is the only interstate that touches both the Mexican and Canadian borders, and is one of the nation’s most travelled. I-5 is a major traveling route for all types of vehicles, including automobiles, motorcycles, mid-size trucks, commercial trucks and buses, making it no stranger to motor vehicle accidents. Thousands of tragic accidents happen every day in California, with a many major injury accidents taking place on I-5.
If you have been seriously injured or have lost a loved one in a tragic freeway auto accident, the California Interstate 5 accident lawyers at Estey Bomberger are here to help. We know how difficult it may be to think of filing a personal injury or wrongful death claim right now. Legal justice may be the farthest thing from your mind, but besides helping you recover much needed financial compensation, filing a claim can prevent others motorists from suffering the same injustice. Let us help you with your legal matters so that you can focus on yourself and your family.
Interstate 5 Facts
● Interstate 5 has 1,381 miles of road, half of which are in California.
● The major junctions of I-5 are I-8 in San Diego, CA, I-10 in Los Angeles, CA, I-80 In Sacramento, CA, I-84 in Portland, OR and I-90 in Seattle, WA.
● In California, I-5 passes through San Diego, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Santa Ana, Los Angeles, San Fernando Valley, Tejon Pass, San Joaquin Valley, Tracy, Stockton, Sacramento Valley, Redding and Yreka.
● The Tejon Pass is the second-highest point (elevation 4,183) I-5 passes through.
● San Francisco is one notable control city (city posted on a traffic sign) not directly linked to I-5.
● The California Highway Patrol (CHP) enforces traffic laws and regulations on I-5 in California.
● Millions of vehicles travel on Interstate 5 every day.
What to do if you are Involved in an Auto Accident on Interstate 5
After being involved in an auto accident on Interstate 5, it is imperative that you contact the California Highway Patrol. Call 911. Local law enforcement can help you and any other injured parties get medical assistance immediately. Police should also collect evidence from the accident scene, gather eyewitness statements and administer any traffic tickets (if applicable). Immediately following the accident, you should write down any details of the crash you can recall. If your injuries prevent you from being able to write, have someone document your recollections for you. Your information can be very useful when building a case against the responsible party. Finally, call a California Interstate 5 accident lawyer at the law firm of Estey Bomberger. At a time when you are at your most vulnerable, we can protect your rights. Insurance companies may try to convince you that their settlement offer is the best option for you, but do not let them persuade you. Oftentimes, an insurance company’s first settlement offer is the lowest. We will fight to get you the highest settlement possible and not back down until we have achieved our goal. We have recovered large settlements for our clients’ medical expenses, lost wages, funeral expenses, deceased’s lost income, disfigurement, loss of love, loss of companionship, and pain and suffering.
Consultations are Always Free
Do you have questions about your legal rights? When you call the law firm of Estey Bomberger, it costs nothing to consult with one of our California Interstate 5 accident attorneys. For several decades we have been fighting for injured victim’s legal rights and will fight aggressively for your rights. Call our staff today at (800) 784-9180. We can be reached all hours of the day and night, and you are under no obligation. We never charge a fee unless we recover money for you.
