Olde Port Beach, CA – A gray Mercedes hatchback veered off Avila Beach Drive and landed on the rocks near Olde Port Beach on Wednesday afternoon, January 1, 2024, following a collision with another vehicle, according to The San Luis Obispo Tribune.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reports that the accident took place around 2:01 PM, when the Mercedes collided with a white Mini Cooper before plunging approximately 20 to 30 feet down the embankment onto the rocky shoreline.
The vehicle’s two occupants managed to exit the car shortly after the crash, according to the CHP. Both individuals reported only minor injuries.
Emergency responders were dispatched to the site, and a tow truck was called to recover the vehicle at approximately 2:11 PM.
The circumstances leading to the collision are under investigation. Authorities have not yet released further details about the drivers or whether road conditions or other factors contributed to the incident.
Personal Injury Claims
Determining fault in a collision can involve multiple factors, and under California’s Comparative Liability rule, several parties can share partial responsibility. A personal injury attorney can play a crucial role in helping victims establish legal responsibility after a traffic accident.
Should evidence reveal that another party contributed to the injuries, victims may be eligible to file a personal injury claim with the responsible party’s insurance. This can provide compensation to help cover damages such as hospital bills and lost income during recovery.
If you or someone you love was harmed in an accident like the one described here, feel free to contact Maison Law for any questions or to receive a no-cost, no-obligation case assessment.
