[11-29-2022] Los Angeles County, CA – Multi-Vehicle Crash on 405 Freeway Closes Southbound Lanes

A SigAlert was issued following a multi-vehicle collision on the 405 Freeway Tuesday night, November 29, 2022.

The California Highway Patrol stated that the crash transpired around 8:37 p.m. near Burbank Boulevard.

Reports state that the crash involved a motorcycle and two more vehicles.

One person was taken to the hospital in critical condition.

It is unknown what caused the collision.

Multi-Vehicle Crash Statistics

In 2020, there were more than 5.2 million police-reported car accidents in the United States, according to the NHTSA. Thirty percent (1.6 million) of such crashes resulted in injuries, while less than 1% (35,766) resulted in deaths.

According to trends, fatal collisions climbed by 6.8 percent from 2019 to 2020, with the mortality rate rising to 1.34 deaths per 100 million vehicles traveled in 2020. From 2019 to 2020, the injury rate fell by 6.0 percent, to 79 people injured per 100 million vehicle miles traveled in 2020.

Drivers were the most common victims of traffic accidents (67%), followed by passengers (24%), motorcyclists (4%), pedestrians (3%), and pedal cyclists (2%).

A multiple-vehicle collision occurs when three or more drivers are involved due to a series of events. After an accident, up to six cars could be stuck in the wreckage.

Multi-vehicle crashes, unlike traffic accidents, generally end in fatalities, major injuries, and property damage. Those close may be injured if you lose control or have poor situational awareness. In most circumstances, the likelihood of such collisions is higher.

Los Angeles County Car Accident Lawyers

Accident victims may be entitled to compensation if a negligent driver causes an accident. Liability insurance is required in California, as in most other states.

Those wounded in an automobile accident may seek monetary compensation for their economic losses (such as medical expenses, unpaid bills, and lost work time) and their emotional and physical pain.

Our car accident lawyers in Los Angeles County have years of expertise addressing these types of cases. Our efforts have resulted in nearly $750 million in compensation for our clients.

For vehicle accident victims, we provide free consultations and case reviews. The needs of our clients are our top priority, and we ensure that they are fairly compensated.

To get a free legal consultation, please fill out the “Do I Have A Case?” form on our website or call (888) 488-1391.