[05-23-2024] Los Angeles County, CA – Eight People Injured Following Multi-Vehicle Collision in Sylmar

[05-23-2024] Eight People Injured Following Multi-Vehicle Collision in SylmarEight people were injured following a multi-vehicle collision in Sylmar, Los Angeles, on Thursday afternoon, May 23, 2024.

According to the Los Angeles Fire Department, the crash happened around 3:00 p.m. at a three-way intersection in the 14900 block of West Hubbard Street.

Authorities stated that at least four vehicles were involved in the crash, including four children ages 6 to 12. Some of the children were improperly restrained and at least two of the children were sharing one seatbelt.

None of the occupants of the vehicles were ejected, but two adults were hospitalized in critical condition. Four juveniles sustained minor injuries and were also transported to the hospital, while two other individuals refused ambulance transport.

The extent of injuries is unclear at this time. It is unknown whether drugs or alcohol contributed to the crash.

Further information on the crash has yet to be released by the authorities. Investigations are ongoing.

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What To Do After A Los Angeles Car Accident

No one can predict a car crash or collision, but you can prepare for one. Having a car accident checklist in your glove box can help you stay calm and organized after a car crash. It can tell you what to do, what not to do, and how best to protect your rights. You aren’t alone after a severe collision.

Whether you are the injured victim or the family of a deceased loved one, here’s what to do after a car accident:

  1. Stay Calm – Stay on the scene and make sure everyone is okay. Check yourself for injuries first, and then check others. Remain calm, and try your best to regain composure.
  2. Get to a Safe Location – Move your vehicle or pull over to the side of the road if you can. Put your emergency flashers on to warn other motorists of the accident. This gives them a heads-up to slow down as they approach. Get somewhere safe to wait for the police.
  3. Call 911 – Call the police to report your accident. Unless your crash was very minor, with no injuries or property damage, you should call the cops. Police can document the incident, gather information, and make it part of an official record.
  4. Exchange Information – Swap names, phone numbers, and insurance information with the other driver(s) involved in the accident. If possible, take photos of the vehicles, license plates, and other vital details.
  5. Do Not Admit Fault – This is one of the common mistakes people tend to make following any vehicular accident. Stick only to the facts of what happened when speaking with a police officer, but never admit fault or say “sorry.” Nevertheless, be as detailed as possible in your description of the collision.
  6. Seek Medical Attention – Go to the hospital or your primary doctor as soon as possible. Immediate medical care can help reduce the damage you suffer from injuries. Tests and scans can identify internal injuries that may not show symptoms yet.
  7. Report to Your Insurance Company – Most insurers have time limits for how soon you must report an accident in California. Call quickly and follow the agent’s directions for reporting your crash.
  8. Speak to Insurance Adjusters – As soon as the day of your accident, you may receive a phone call from the other party’s insurance company. You may speak to the claims adjuster but do not give away any more information than is necessary. Do not record a statement or accept an insurance settlement offer until you speak to an attorney.
  9. Create a File – Keep accident-related documents together and organized. Your file should include a copy of the police report, medical bills, the other driver’s information, injury treatment plans, and any other documents you’ve collected regarding the incident.
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Car Accident Statistics

Based on data released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration in 2021, motor vehicle accidents accounted for 21% of the total preventable injury-related deaths in the US. Approximately 19,515 deaths involving traffic crashes were recorded from January to June 2023, which is 3.3% less than the total 20,190 deaths reported in the first half of 2022.

For the first half of 2023, the NHTSA recorded 2,061 fatalities in California due to motor vehicle accidents. The state had a total of 160,819 fatal and injury crashes in the previous year.

In Los Angeles, 10,401 crashes either resulted in injuries or fatalities, according to data from the Transportation Injury Mapping System in 2023.

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