Elisabet Flores, 39, killed in car crash near Hermiston rural fire station in Hermiston, Oregon

Elisabet Flores, 39, was driving her husband and 13-year-old son Saturday evening when her vehicle exitied the roadway and collided with a fence near the Hermiston rural fire station. Flores, a first-grade teacher, died at Good Shepherd Medical Center in Hermiston. Neither passenger was injured. The cause of the crash is under investigation. What you need to know after a serious car accident: When someone has been seriously injured in a car accident, they face the challenges of dealing with injuries, medical treatments and bills, and lost wages. After a serious or fatal car collision, it is crucial to quickly get the information necessary to make good decisions and begin moving toward physical and financial recovery. Getting experienced assistance to handle an insurance claim will begin the process of getting back on your feet. If the injuries are significant or if you have questions about what you should do, it is best to contact an experienced car accident attorney for a free, no ­obligation consultation. Serious accidents are difficult to handle without the assistance of a lawyer who understands the process and has the expertise to obtain the highest possible settlement or verdict. Learn more about your rights and car accident claims here.