1 Person Injured in Pinole Car Accident on 80 Freeway near Pinole Valley Road Off-Ramp

Pinole, California (February 26, 2020) – One person was hurt when two vehicles collided Tuesday morning on 80 Freeway in Pinole, the California Highway Patrol reported.

According to CHP, a pickup truck and another car collided at about 10:11 a.m. near the Pinole Valley Road off-ramp.

The pickup truck rolled over after the impact, and the other car slammed into a tree and caught fire. One person was trapped inside the burning car.

Firefighters responded to the scene and put out the fire before removing the car’s roof and doors to extricate the victim.

That person was transported to a hospital by an ambulance with possible major injuries.

There were no details given about the occupants of the pickup.

An electric sign and several posts were destroyed in the crash.

CHP is investigating the accident.

What to do after Leaving an Accident Scene

Here is a piece of advice by Arin Khodaverdian, President and Managing Partner at Alpine Law Group, on what you should do after leaving an accident scene. These actions will help you protect your rights, which is an essential step in recovering damages.

Mr. Khodaverdian says you should contact your insurance company and inform them about the accident as soon as possible. Obtain a copy of the police report on the accident or other drivers and keep details of your injuries and physical and mental conditions. Keep a detailed record of your medical treatment and obtain a property damage valuation.

Mr. Khodaverdian insists that it is crucial to contact a personal injury or wrongful death attorney without hesitation for legal advice. Discuss your insurance claim process with a professional attorney who can help you preserve your rights and fight for full compensation.

Alpine Law Group is ready and has all the resources required to handle your case successfully. Contact us at any time by calling 866-773-0222.

Alpine Law Group President and Managing Partner, Arin Khodaverdian, encourages victims and their family members to seek legal help as soon as possible in order to preserve their rights to the full extent of the law.

Mr. Khodaverdian has worked for many years as a wrongful death and personal injury attorney. He and his team of attorneys has helped thousands of injury victims and their families recover over $100 million in compensation. “In one case, we recovered a 7-figure settlement within 11 business days of being hired by the family of a victim who was killed by a negligent driver.”

Swift action by an experienced attorney helps preserve evidence, interview witnesses, and begin to pursue those responsible for the incident.

Mr. Khodaverdian is personally available for free consultations 24/7 by calling 866-773-0222.