[02-22-2023] Los Angeles County, CA – Scooter Rider Killed in Fatal DUI Crash in North Hollywood

A man riding a scooter was struck by a car and killed in the North Hollywood neighborhood on Wednesday, February 22, 2023.

The collision occurred around 12:50 a.m. on Vineland Avenue, close to Riverside Drive.

According to the Los Angeles Police Department, the man in his 20s was injured and eventually passed away at the scene.

He was not immediately identifiable, according to the available information.

The man, according to police, was struck from behind by a southbound car while traveling south on Vineland Avenue in the bike lane.

The driver, who was only identified as female, was arrested after failing a field sobriety test.

Fatal DUI Accident Statistics

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, drunk driving is a major cause of death in the United States; 32 people per day are killed in accidents involving drunk drivers. Drunk driving was a factor in the deaths of 11,654 people in traffic accidents in 2020, an increase of 14% from 2019.

According to data from the California DUI Management Information System, after an increase of 6.9% in 2016, the number of fatalities attributed to drunk driving crashes continued to rise in 2017, rising by 5.8%.

People, other drivers, and the environment are all put in danger when someone gets behind the wheel after drinking and then gets behind the wheel again. Drunk drivers waste 2 billion gallons of gas yearly because of their careless behavior on the road.

According to these numbers, everyone should reduce their alcohol consumption and never get behind the wheel after drinking.

What Should I Do After an Accident?

Following a car accident, immediately call the authorities for help. When communicating with law enforcement and the insurance company, it is essential to be as factual as possible and avoid making assumptions. Victims often apologize for wrongs they did not commit. These may serve as grounds for insurance company’s denial of claim.

Inquiring with the proper department will net you a copy of the report. We also recommend that you use our site’s online form. As soon as we have the report, we’ll go to work on your case. Having one of our seasoned Los Angeles personal injury lawyers review the strength of your insurance claim is free of charge and obligation.

Los Angeles DUI Accident Victims’ Lawyers

Victims of car accidents caused by drunk drivers rarely make a full recovery. Thus, California’s injury law applies to harm caused by motor vehicles.

You may be able to file a personal injury lawsuit against the careless motorist who caused your injuries to recover financial damages. Troubles like lost wages, drawn-out rehabilitation, and expensive medical bills are relatively typical for accident victims.

Our Los Angeles DUI accident victims’ lawyers at Arash Law, led by Arash Khorsandi, Esq., are tenacious and aggressive legal advocates for clients hurt in drunk driving accidents in Long Beach. The risks taken by drunk drivers must have consequences. It’s only fitting that drunk drivers face legal repercussions for their reckless behavior on the road.

Our legal team works diligently to secure maximum compensation for our clients so they can provide for their families and cover any medical expenses.

If you or a loved one has been injured due to a drunk driver, please call (888) 488-1391 or complete our “Do I Have A Case?” form on our website.