[04-21-2023] Los Angeles County, CA – At Least Two Were Injured in a Two-Vehicle Collision in Harvard Park

At least two people have been injured following a two-vehicle traffic collision in Harvard Park, South Los Angeles County, on Friday night, April 21, 2023.

The Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) reported that three patients were given medical aid, on the 6600 block south of Western Avenue in Harvard Park, South Los Angeles, at around 10:00 p.m., following the car crash.

One patient was removed from an ambulance and walked away. He appeared to have been examined by paramedics and released.

The other two patients were taken to the hospital. The authorities have not released the details of their identities.

The reason for the collision is still unknown, whether drugs or alcohol were a factor. Authorities are still conducting an investigation.

Trusted Car Accident Lawyers in Los Angeles

A lot of people find it challenging to recover following a car accident. Injury symptoms may appear soon after or years later. Medical expenses for long-term damage could reach tens of thousands of dollars. Most insurance firms aim to pay you the least amount possible. If you accept a settlement offer from an insurance company, you risk getting unfair compensation.

Our trusted car accident lawyers in Los Angeles will stand by you and prove the other driver’s negligence. The insurance negotiation process during car accidents may be lengthy and confusing, but we will support you every step of the way.

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What To Do After an Accident

A car accident cannot be predicted, but you can prepare for one. Keeping a vehicle accident checklist in your glove box after a collision may help you stay calm and organized. It can advise you on what you should and should not do and the best strategies to protect your rights. You are not alone after a severe collision.

A handy online form on this page will help us prepare to investigate your claim in your free consultation with our legal expert. You may refer to this guide:

• Remain calm and stay focused.
• Make sure that you are safe, then check on other people.
• Get medical attention immediately.
• Contact the police after the collision as soon as possible and ask for an accident report.
• Keep a detailed record of everything, including your injuries, the weather, the road conditions, and the car that hit you.
• Gather the names and contact information of all possible witnesses.
• Keep a notebook to record your injuries and the healing process. Describe how you’re feeling, the treatments you’re receiving, and the cost.
• Before speaking with a lawyer, do not negotiate with an insurance company or accept a settlement offer.
• Refrain from sharing anything concerning accidents or how they happened on social media.
• Consult an experienced California car accident lawyer immediately.

Car Collision Statistics

Thirty-five thousand seven hundred sixty-six (35,766) fatal vehicle crashes and 38,824 deaths were reported by the Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) in 2020. This means 11.7 deaths per 100,000 people and 1.34 fatalities for every 100 million miles traveled. Of the 10,000 unintentional traffic deaths in California each year, almost half are car accidents.

The number of fatal car accidents in the state has increased by 23.5% since 2013. The 4,857,866 car-related accidents resulted in 3,889,980 fatalities and 276,823 injuries reported in 2017.

Following traffic laws, maintaining a safe distance, and driving carefully can be life-saving.