[11-09-2022] Los Angeles County, CA – Multi-Vehicle Collision in Northridge Leaves Four People Injured

Four people were injured following a multi-vehicle collision in Northridge Wednesday morning, November 9, 2022.

According to authorities, the crash occurred around 8:35 a.m in the 17700 block of West Plummer Street.

Police reported that two of the vehicles required vehicle extrication.

Upon arrival at the local hospital, one victim was in critical condition, one in serious condition, one in moderate condition, and one in fair condition.

The genders and ages of the victims have not been disclosed.

The cause of the collision is still unknown.

Multi-Vehicle Collision Statistics

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that 36,560 people were injured and 33,654 died in auto accidents in 2017.

One in every four traffic accidents involving multiple vehicles results in fatalities, and 13,000 people die in similar circumstances yearly. California has the highest percentage of fatal car accidents in the United States.

Compared to other types of traffic accidents, multi-vehicle collisions are more likely to result in property damage and serious to fatal injuries. The lack of situational awareness or control of a person may affect anyone nearby. Most of the time, these collisions occur.

You can avoid being involved in these fatal accidents by keeping an eye on the road, monitoring your speed, and paying attention to your surroundings.

Los Angeles County’s Best Car Accident Lawyers

Multiple injured victims are frequently involved in multi-vehicle collisions. Typically, victims suffer severe fractures, abrasions, spinal injuries, and head injuries. These could require years of therapy to get back in shape and hospital bills of up to a thousand dollars.

Generally, accidents do not only take a toll on one’s physical health but also their emotional and psychological well-being. Hence, it is imperative to seek legal advice immediately to avoid further complications.

Contact our Los Angeles County car accident lawyers if you’ve been involved in a similar accident. They specialize in dealing with these cases, which they handle daily.

Our lawyers are dedicated to every case they handle and ensure that clients receive the compensation that they are entitled.

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