[11-03-2024] Los Angeles County, CA – Pedestrian Fatally Struck by Two Vehicles in Vermont Square

[11-03-2024] Pedestrian Fatally Struck by Two Vehicles in Vermont SquareA pedestrian was killed after being struck by two vehicles while crossing outside a crosswalk in the Vermont Square area of Los Angeles late Sunday night, November 3, 2024.

The incident occurred at approximately 11:45 p.m. on Western Avenue at 41st Street, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.

Authorities reported that a woman, believed to be around 25 years old, was initially hit by a northbound vehicle on Western Avenue. The impact propelled her into the southbound lanes, where a second vehicle struck her.

Emergency responders pronounced the woman dead at the scene. The drivers of both vehicles remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation.

The identity of the victim has not yet been released pending notification of next of kin.

No further details were immediately available.

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Steps to Take After A Pedestrian Accident in Los Angeles, CA

It is tough to think clearly after being hit by a vehicle, let alone if you were injured. But what you say and do at the crash scene can significantly affect the outcome of a subsequent claim you file against the at-fault party.

These tips may help you avoid doing something that could reduce the value of your personal injury claim:

  1. Call the police as soon as the accident occurs and ensure an officer creates an accident report.
  2. Take photos of your injuries, the accident scene, property damage, the weather conditions, the road conditions, and the vehicle that hit you.
  3. Take pictures of the at-fault driver’s license, insurance card, and license plate.
  4. Get all eyewitnesses’ names and contact information or anyone who may have seen anything.
  5. See a doctor or other healthcare professional immediately and tell them about every affected part of your body.
  6. Keep a journal about your injuries and the recovery process, detailing how you feel, the treatment you receive, and what costs you pay.
  7. Wait to speak to the insurance adjuster or accept a settlement offer until you talk to an experienced lawyer.
  8. Stay off social media and avoid posting about being in an accident or the circumstances of your accident.
  9. Contact California pedestrian accident lawyers as soon as possible to discuss your case.

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Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Everyone is a pedestrian at some point, whether you drive your vehicle or not. Injuries and fatalities related to pedestrian accidents remain incredibly high, especially in the state of California. According to the California Office of Traffic Safety, pedestrian fatalities in the state increased from 1,013 in 2020 to 1,108 in 2021, a 9.4% jump in just one year.

Five California metropolitan areas are also included in Smart Growth America’s list of the twenty most dangerous cities for pedestrians. There were between 3 and 4 pedestrian deaths per 1,000 people in these areas between 2018 and 2022, according to the report.

On the national level, there were 7,522 pedestrian deaths in 2022, as well as more than 67,000 pedestrian injuries nationwide, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

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