Los Angeles, CA – Nine Pedestrians Struck by Vehicle on S Alvarado St
Los Angeles, CA (June 13, 2022) – A pedestrian accident reported in the Westlake area left several people injured. Just before 8:40 a.m., on June 11, the Los Angeles Fire Department was dispatched to the scene of a crash that occurred on South Alvarado Street.
Reports from authorities show that a 2001 Ford F1 50 pickup truck drove up onto the sidewalk in the area of 647 South Alvarado Street. As a result, the vehicle struck nine pedestrians.
Medical personnel responded to the scene and rendered aid to several victims on site. The driver and passenger of the vehicle, as well as a man, three women, and 28-year-old children, were all transported to area hospitals for medical treatment.
At this time, the crash remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with the victims who were injured in this accident. We hope for their full recovery.
Pedestrian Accidents in California
Every year, thousands of pedestrians suffer from injuries as a result of motor vehicle accidents in our state. The majority of these accidents are completely preventable in only occur because drivers choose to engage in reckless and negligent actions were operating their vehicles. Some of the most common causes of crashes in our state include drivers who are impaired by drugs or alcohol, distracted by cell phones and other objects, and speeding.
Pedestrians are more likely to suffer severe injuries due to the fact that they have no protection during accidents. Unfortunately, many pedestrians suffer spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and other severe injuries that require extensive and ongoing care. Pedestrian accident victims often have to go through emergency surgery and spend weeks or even months going through therapy and rehabilitation.
Depending on the circumstances surrounding your accident, you may be entitled to compensation that you can use to cover the damages you face as a result of your accident. It is important that you reach out to a Los Angeles pedestrian accident lawyer as soon as possible. Our knowledgeable legal team will be able to meet with you to discuss your case in the legal options available to help you move forward.
For decades, the Los Angeles personal injury attorneys at The Law Offices of John C. Ye have stood by the side of thousands of victims who have been injured in accidents through no fault of their own. Our lawyers are completely committed to providing the most knowledgeable and responsive representation for each of our clients. We fight to ensure injured victims are able to hold the person who caused them harm to account.
We will take all of the legal work off of your hand, so you are able to focus on recovering from your injuries and moving forward by knowing that your legal rights and best interests are protected.
If you have been ended as a result of a motor vehicle accident, contact our California personal injury law firm today at 866-771-9467. They can meet with you at your earliest convenience for a free consultation to get started.
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