[12-09-2020] Los Angeles, CA – One Person Killed, Seven People Injured After a Multi-Vehicle Crash at West Compton

One person was killed while seven others sustained varying degrees of injuries after a multi-vehicle traffic collision on West Compton Avenue on Wednesday evening, December 9.

The accident took place on Compton Avenue at 81st Street at approximately 6:40 p.m. A 2005 Toyota reportedly veered into oncoming traffic and collided with a 2014 Nissan. The Toyota then later crashed into a 2015 Nissan, which triggered a chain reaction, causing it to hit a Line 55 Metro bus.

The 2015 Nissan driver was identified as Faustino Acosta, suffered from serious injuries, and was taken to an area hospital. Four other occupants of the 2015 Nissan sustained varying degrees of injuries in the accident. They were all taken to an area hospital for treatment.

George Ortega, who was the driver of the 2014 Nissan, was also hospitalized with significant injuries. Margarita Reyes, who was Ortega’s passenger, was unfortunately killed in the crash.

None of the passengers of the Line 55 Metro bus were injured. The driver of the 2005 Toyota was later identified as 23-year-old John Cardenas. It was unclear why Cardenas drove into the opposing lanes at the time of the accident. No arrests have been made at the moment.

Multi-Vehicle Accident Investigation is Underway

Local authorities are currently investigating the case. They will attempt to determine the causes and circumstances that led to the multi-vehicle crash.

When three or more cars collide on the roadway, it is considered a multi-vehicle collision. This type of car accident is commonly caused by a “chain reaction,” when one car bumps into another, which causes the other to hit the next vehicle.

Multi-vehicle collisions are commonly caused by drunk driving, speeding, and distracted driving. It can be quite challenging to pinpoint liability during a multi-vehicle collision investigation, which is why it is essential to hire an experienced Los Angeles wrongful death attorney to conduct an independent investigation.

Attorneys can re-interview important witnesses, review relevant surveillance footage from the scene, and obtain the responsible party’s phone and texting records.

I WAS IN AN ACCIDENT

Wrongful Death Attorney for Victims of Fatal Multi-Vehicle Collisions in Los Angeles

Dealing with a sudden loss of a loved one due to a fatal multi-vehicle collision can be quite overwhelming and stressful. While waiting for the official investigation results, the victim’s family is entitled to pursue a wrongful death claim with their attorney’s help.

Attorneys can help their clients receive financial compensation for their medical bills, funeral expenses, pain and suffering of the victim’s family, wages the decedent would have earned in their lifetime, and loss of companionship. Attorneys can also serve as a helpful legal guide for the victims during this difficult time. They will vigorously fight for their client’s rights and best interests while ensuring that the liable party will be held accountable for their negligence.

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