[08-27-2022] Los Angeles County, CA – One Person Killed Following a Multi-Vehicle Crash in Whittier Narrows

At least one person was killed in a multi-vehicle collision involving three vehicles in Whittier Narrows on Saturday night, August 27, 2022.

According to Officer Kimball of the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred at about 5:37 p.m. near the intersection of Gallatin Road and Rosemead Boulevard.

The number of people involved or their conditions have not yet been disclosed.

The crash remains under investigation.

Multi-Vehicle Accident Statistics

Despite the city’s significant efforts to lower the number of fatal crashes on its roadways, the number of injury-causing and fatal vehicle accidents in Los Angeles is rising.

According to the Los Angeles Police Department, 294 people died in multi-vehicle crashes in 2021. From 2016 to 2020, traffic fatalities have increased by roughly 22%.

Due to the high levels of speed and force involved, multi-vehicle collisions are among the most hazardous forms of accidents on the road. Numerous things, such as driving while distracted, driving while intoxicated, and poor weather conditions, might contribute to these accidents.

Los Angeles County Multi-Vehicle Accident Lawyers

It might be more difficult to determine who is at fault when more vehicles are involved in an accident. Even insurance companies take a while to identify the accident’s cause or responsible parties. This explains why so many cases go to trial.

You must speak with a lawyer knowledgeable about the complexity of multi-vehicle crashes if you want to safeguard your rights and ensure that you receive the full amount of compensation to which you are entitled.

Our Los Angeles multi-vehicle accident attorneys at Arash Law will aggressively pursue your claim and fight for the compensation you are entitled to if you or a loved one has been hurt in a collision involving several vehicles.

Call (888) 488 – 1391 or email us to arrange a free appointment to discuss your legal options.