Salinas, CA – Children Airlifted After School Van Struck By Suspected High Driver

Salinas, CA (March 16, 2019) – A accident involving an Alisal Union School District van occurred on Friday morning, that caused five people, including some children, to be hospitalized.

Seven people were injured in total, with four being kids. The collision happened March 15th at 8 a.m. when a Honda crashed into the van that was transporting special needs students to school. Two of the children needed to be airlifted to a Bay Area hospital. The scene of the crash was in the area of Natividad Rd. at Rogge Rd. in Salinas.

The two vehicles were traveling towards each other when one of them drifted across the road, then overcorrected, causing the two vehicles to collide head-on.

The driver of the Honda was driving recklessly and is thought to have been under the influence. CHP stated drugs and or alcohol may have been a factor. The crash caused the roadway to be closed for several hours.

We would like to extend our sincerest sympathies to the victims, especially the children, as we hope they have a pain-free and full recovery from their injuries.

What To Do and Not Do Following a Drunk Driving Crash

Here are suggestions about what to do and not do if you or a family member is involved in a truck or car accident caused by a drunk driver. It is always better for a car accident attorney to handle these matters which is why hiring a lawyer soon after the crash is the best advice.

When your vehicle has come to a rest, try to stay calm and take stock of the situation. If anyone is injured, call 911 to get assistance from emergency crews.

The crash scene can be dangerous in and of itself as vehicles can be struck again by other cars traveling in the area. Secondary collisions are very common and can often be more dangerous than the first crash. Because of this, no one should ever be standing between the two damaged vehicles. Other hazards include car fires and the collapse of property damaged due to the crash. However, make sure to not leave the scene of the traffic accident unless there is a substantial risk to your safety.

It is also vital that the police be notified about the incident immediately at the scene so they can determine how the impaired driver caused the crash. Police are can perform field sobriety tests, conduct breathalyzers, or even take the suspect in for a blood or urine test.

Any drunk driving victim should seek medical treatment right after leaving the scene of the accident.

When you are the victim of this type of crash you need a personal injury attorney with years of experience working with drunk driving accidents.

At Brady Law Group, our experienced attorneys have handled a wide variety of DUI accidents for our clients. Luckily, DUI accidents are one of the easiest cases to determine liability, as liability is most obvious in cases where a driver has broken a traffic rule. If you have been injured at the hands of a DUI driver, you have options. Let us assist you every step of the way. Contact us for more information 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 to all those involved in the accident.