Orinda, CA (August 18, 2018) – Police were on the scene of a crash between several cars and a big rig in Orinda on Friday.  At 8:30 am, officers received reports of the crash which took place on Highway 24 near the Caldecott Tunnel.  When they arrived, police discovered a total of seven vehicles involved, six cars and the big rig.  One of the cars was crushed by the impact.

An ambulance responded to the crash scene to treat victims.  There is no known word on the extent of any injuries suffered in the crash, however, at least one person was tended to at the scene by paramedics.  The force of the crash caused the big rig to jackknife in the roadway.

Both the left and center lanes of the Highway 24 were shut down while police investigated the crash.  Authorities have not released any information regarding who caused the accident or the sequence of events leading up to the crash.

Orinda Big Rig Crash

This crash remains under further investigation by police.  We hope that anyone hurt in the crash recovers quickly from their injuries.

In considering fault for this accident, police will look at a number of factors, including vehicle position, photographs of the scene and witness statements.  A special police unit known as a crash reconstruction team may be called in to recreate the crash and determine the sequence of events leading to the crash.

After completing the investigation, police will produce a written crash report detailing their findings.  Any injured victims who were not at fault will then have the right to bring a lawsuit against any negligent drivers.  In California, a personal injury case must normally be filed within two years of the date of the crash.

At the Brady Law Group, we regret when serious car accidents happen to innocent people.  However, when you find yourself the victim of someone else’s negligence, you need a strong attorney in your corner to advocate for you.  We have recovered millions for California accident victims.

Let us put our experience to work for you.  Call us today at 866-478-6483.

Note: Outside sources were used in the creation of this post including news bulletins and first-hand accounts of the accident and injuries involved. As a result, the details of the accident presented have not been independently verified by our own writing staff. If you have identified any false information in the story, please inform us immediately, and we will adjust the posting to reflect the most accurate content available.

Disclaimer: As a member of the local community, we at Brady Law Group strive to improve the overall safety and quality of life for everyone who lives in our beloved state. We are extremely saddened by these accidents but hope that, through an awareness of these dangers, those in our community will take precautions to avoid these accidents. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. We wish only the best and quickest recovery for all those involved in the accident.