Los Angeles, CA (March 3, 2023) – On March 1, troopers with the California Highway Patrol responded to the scene of a car crash that took place in the Los Angeles area.
Reports show that at approximately 5:27 p.m., a total of six to seven vehicles collided on the southbound side of California State Route 14. The incident blocked multiple lanes in the area near the off-ramp for West Palmdale Boulevard.
Troopers responded to the scene of the accident with area firefighters to provide assistance. Authorities located a Honda that suffered severe front and back end damage due to the collision. A black Mercedes was located damaged on the right shoulder. A U-Haul truck was also involved in the accident. However, the extent of the damage is not known.
Multiple tow trucks were dispatched to the scene of the accident to remove the damaged vehicles.
At least one person was transported to a local hospital for the treatment of injuries following this crash.
The incident remains under investigation by the California Highway Patrol.
Car Accidents in California
Around 550 accidents take place daily in the state of California. These accidents leave hundreds of people injured every single day. Dealing with the overwhelming consequences of a car crash can be incredibly difficult. Unfortunately, many people are left with serious injuries that impact their lives forever. Common injuries reported in car crashes include:
Spinal cord injuries: When victims suffer from spinal cord injuries, they often have to go through extensive medical treatment. These injuries can result in paralysis and even cause victims to lose the ability to use their arms and legs. People who suffer from SCIs are often required to depend on other people and medical devices indefinitely.
Internal organ injuries: When victims are subjected to blunt force trauma in accidents, they can suffer severe injuries to their internal organs. These can include punctures to the lungs, bruises to the kidneys, or even ruptures in the spleen.
Neck and soft tissue injuries: victims who suffer from concussions and other soft tissue injuries are often left to deal with overwhelming pain. In severe cases, victims may lose the ability to lift heavy objects and perform various tasks.
If you’ve been hurt in a crash due to the negligence of another driver, you must reach out to a Los Angeles car accident lawyer immediately. A skilled legal team can help you pursue compensation for your damages.
Wilshire Law Firm is committed to doing the right thing for our clients and winning them fair compensation. We take great pride in the fact that we have recovered more than $1 billion in damages for our clients because of the hard work of our skilled personal injury lawyers, who offer comprehensive legal representation. When someone has been hurt in an accident, they deserve to be compensated for their suffering, and we recognize the significance of this goal. To that end, we go out of our way to ensure that each client feels that they are receiving excellent service from start to finish. Wilshire Law Firm is dedicated to providing excellent legal services and ensuring that our customers are satisfied at every stage. Please call us at 800-358-1884 to learn more about the services we offer and how they might assist you in achieving your goals.