One person was killed and another was critically injured in a Los Angeles car accident involving at least eight vehicles and a big rig. According to an ABC News report, the fatal traffic accident occurred the night of February 24, 2010 on the eastbound 101 Freeway near Sepulveda Boulevard, in Sherman Oaks. One person was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident. One other victim was transported to an area hospital in critical condition. Three others were injured, but the extent of their injuries is not known. California Highway Patrol officials are still investigating what caused this crash.
My heart goes out to the family and friends of this deceased victim for their tragic and devastating loss. I offer my condolences to everyone who knew and loved this person. I also hope and pray that the injured victims recover quickly and completely. Please keep these victims and their families in your prayers.
Los Angeles Crash Statistics
According to California Highway Patrol's 2008 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), there were 268 fatalities and 25,588 injuries involving car accidents in the city of Los Angeles. Countywide, 667 deaths and 52,229 injuries were reported as a result of traffic accidents during the same year.
Complex Investigations
This news report has very few details about this horrific accident. An investigation is ongoing and I trust we will find out more about how and why this accident occurred, in the next few days. Any traffic accident that involves a number of vehicles and multiple victims can be extremely complicated to investigate. Usually, there will be several accounts of what happened and how it happened, from the victims. Eyewitnesses will have their own account of what occurred as well. So, it is up to investigators to assemble all the pieces of this puzzle by taking into consideration the physical evidence they find on the scene and eyewitness reports.
Protect Your Rights
As far as the injured victims are concerned, they should be talking to an experienced Los Angeles personal injury lawyer, who will analyze all aspects of the incident and make sure that the negligent parties are held accountable and that the victims are fairly compensated for the injuries, damages and losses they have suffered. In such cases, it is important that victims do not hastily enter into a settlement with an insurance company. It is also very important that you do not sign any forms that are mailed to you. By doing so, you may be signing away your rights. Also, do not talk to an adjuster or an attorney for another party. Get a skilled injury lawyer on your side, who will look out for your best interests and protect your legal rights.
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