[07-16-2023] Los Angeles County, CA – Passenger Trapped & Injured After Hit-And-Run Crash Involving Three Vehicles in Winnetka

A passenger was trapped, injured, and abandoned after a hit-and-run crash involving three vehicles in Winnetka, Los Angeles, on Sunday evening, July 16, 2023.

According to the Los Angeles Police Department, the incident occurred on Corbin Avenue, near Winnetka Street, around 11:00 p.m.

The driver reportedly crashed into two unoccupied vehicles and fled the scene, leaving a trapped passenger behind.

Police officers had to saw off the vehicle’s door to rescue the passenger, who sustained minor injuries and was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.

No information was released regarding the victim’s identity or the description of the driver, pending an investigation.

Respected Hit-and-Run Accident Victim Lawyers in Los Angeles, CA

California residents who suffer injuries or lose loved ones in hit-and-run accidents can seek compensation. The best course of action is to either file a claim with your insurance company or to file a lawsuit. Suppose you or a family member has been seriously injured or lost their life as a result of someone else’s negligence. In that case, you should contact a qualified hit-and-run lawyer in California.

We will provide you with a free consultation if you have been involved in a hit-and-run accident. Our legal team will assess your situation, recommend an appropriate course of action, and consider any factors that may influence your settlement offer.

You can rely on our trusted Los Angeles hit-and-run accident lawyers at Arash Law, under the direction of Arash Khorsandi, Esq., to effectively represent you in these court proceedings. Our firm has recovered more than $750 Million for California clients.

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What to Do After a Hit-and-Run Accident

There is still a chance of finding the driver who fled the scene of the accident. Your legal case can be strengthened if you assist law enforcement in locating and apprehending the individual. Here are some guidelines to follow if you’ve been involved in a hit-and-run:

• Get immediate medical help: It is crucial not to delay seeking medical assistance, even if you don’t feel any immediate pain or discomfort. Make it a priority to visit a doctor promptly if you have sustained significant injuries.
• Report the incident to the authorities: Immediately inform the police about the incident and ensure that you obtain a copy of the accident report from the police station or the appropriate department, such as the California DMV.
• Inform your insurance company: Notify your insurance provider promptly about the hit-and-run accident, providing them with all the necessary details.
• Collect evidence from the accident scene: Gather as much information as possible from where the accident occurred. It includes noting the license plate number and the vehicle’s make, model, and color.
• Acquire witness statements: Obtain contact information (names and phone numbers) from any potential witnesses present at the scene and do this as soon as possible.
• Seek advice from a California hit-and-run accident lawyer: Before accepting any settlement offers from other insurance companies, consulting a lawyer specializing in hit-and-run accidents is wise. They can provide valuable guidance and protect your rights.

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Hit-and-Run Accident Statistics

Leaving an accident scene without rendering assistance or contacting the authorities is illegal in the United States.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that 737,100 hit-and-run accidents occurred in 2015. Every minute, 43 hit-and-run incidents occur in the U.S. The death toll from these hit-and-run accidents reached 2,049 in 2016.

Between 2010 and 2019, 2,948 hit-and-run collisions resulted in 3,056 deaths in California. Compared with other states, California has one of the highest rates of this type of accident.