Jeanneanne Roberts, 39, Benjamin Rowell, 39, Efren Birrueta Mendoza, 39, Luis Birrueta Guerrero, 62, and Diego Birrueto, 8, injured in two-car accident south of Kennewick, Washington

Roberts was driving a van northbound on SR 397 when the van crossed the center line into the southbound lane. An oncoming pickup in the southbound lane swerved into the northbound lane to avoid the van, but then the driver of the van corrected back into the northbound lane and they collided. Efren Birrueta Mendoza along with passengers Luis Birrueta Guerrero and Diego Birrueta were injured and transported to a local hospital. Benjamin Rowell, a passenger in Robert's van, was airlifted to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle and is listed in serious condition. Everyone involved was wearing seatbelts. Things to do immediately after a serious accident A serious car accident can quickly take over your life. Dealing with doctor appointments, losing pay from work, and worrying about your physical and financial future all take a toll. It is important to take charge of the situation quickly. Here are some great ideas on how to get your life back on track after a personal injury or car accident.