Los Angeles, CA – One Killed in Car Crash on Pacific Coast Highway near Sunset Blvd, Six Injured
Los Angeles, CA (April 8, 2023) – A drunk driver caused a major accident early Saturday morning that claimed one person’s life while leaving multiple other people injured. The accident was reported at around 12:45 a.m. on April 8.
Reports provided by the Los Angeles Police Department show that the driver of a vehicle lost control while traveling on Pacific Coast Highway in the Pacific Palisades area. As a result, the vehicle barreled into a group of people and multiple parked cars on the roadway near Sunset Boulevard.
One person involved in the crash was fatally injured. The victim was identified as a 32-year-old woman. She died from her injuries while at the scene.
Six other victims suffered injuries. The victims were provided care at the scene and transported to area hospitals.
The Los Angeles Police Department is investigating the accident.
We hope the injured victims recover quickly.
Our condolences go out to the family of the woman who lost her life in this accident.
Car Accidents in California
Every year, tens of thousands of crashes take place in the state of California, many of them resulting in serious injuries for those involved. Regrettably, many victims struggled to move forward after being harmed in accidents. Not only do victims suffer physically, but financially as well.
After being hurt in a car accident, you can take legal action against the responsible party. Filing a personal injury claim can help you get compensation for various damages. Some of the damages you can recover compensation for include:
- The cost of medical care: many people who have been hurt in an accident anticipate having to spend tens of thousands of dollars on their recovery after receiving medical treatment for their injury. After the accident, you might be able to file a claim for financial compensation to pay all of the unexpected medical costs that have arisen as a result of the incident. This can cover both short-term costs as well as the requirements for long-term care.
- Lost wages: If you had to miss work for any reason related to the accident, such as to heal from your injuries, go to a doctor's appointment, or do something else, you can get money to help make up for this.
- Costs of repairs: you have the right to be compensated in full for the cost of repairing or replacing your car. After the accident, a competent attorney will be able to assist you in getting the money you require to rapidly repair your vehicle and get it back on the road.
Working with a skilled California car accident lawyer after your accident can help to ensure you are able to get the maximum possible compensation for these and other damages.
At the Law Offices of John C. Ye, we are proud to provide top-notch legal representation for anyone who has been injured after a car accident in Los Angeles. Our team is composed of experienced and compassionate personal injury lawyers that will fight for your rights and get you the maximum amount of compensation possible. We understand how difficult this situation can be and strive to help you through every step with dedication and understanding. If you have suffered because of an auto accident in Los Angeles, call our office today at 866-771-9467 to schedule a free consultation at your earliest convenience.
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