September 20, 2024, Fresno, CA: One person was injured in a hit-and-run accident involving a semi-truck that took place on a highway in Fresno on Friday afternoon.
According to information provided by Your Central Valley, the accident happened at 12:30 p.m. in the northbound lanes of Highway 41 near the area of Highway 99. A driver in a white SUV was traveling in the area when they rear-ended a semi-truck that was carrying a steel box container on the back. The SUV overturned before it came to a rest and the container fell off the back of the truck.
Police claim that the driver of the SUV fled the scene on foot and they are not sure if they were injured. The driver of the semi-truck, however, sustained injuries as a result of the accident.
No further details have been released at this time. The investigation into the collision remains ongoing.
Support for Victims of Fresno Hit-and-Run Accidents
There are many steps that you can take if you have been injured in a hit-and-run accident so that you can protect your rights and well-being. If the hit-and-run driver is apprehended by police, you and your family may be able to file a personal injury claim. If a driver is not identified by police, however, you may need to file a claim through your own insurance and your uninsured motorist coverage for financial recovery.
It is important that you act quickly following a hit-and-run accident, as time may be limited. In California, you have two years to file a personal injury claim after you were hurt in an accident. If you wait any longer, you could be barred from recovery. Speaking with an attorney can help you through this difficult time.
You may want to take a look at our guide to hit and runs in California for more information after one of these collisions.
Contact a Fresno Truck Accident Lawyer Today
If you were involved in a truck accident or any type of hit-and-run collision, there are options available for you under California law. Our Fresno truck accident lawyers at Maison Law will stand by your side and ensure that your rights are being protected in your time of need. You should never have to face the stressful aftermath of an accident on your own. Please contact us today for a confidential and no-obligation case consultation to get started.
