Los Angeles, CA (November 6, 2023) One person was injured on Sunday evening in a collision between a train and a vehicle in Los Angles, according to authorities. The crash took place at the intersection of South Long Beach Avenue and East 54th Street just before 7:30 p.m.
A Blue Line Train was barreling down the tracks on Sunday evening when he struck a vehicle on the tracks. Los Angeles Fire Department spokesman, Brian Humphrey, told City News Service that the crash forced the vehicle to overturn and one person became trapped inside.
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Fire fighters used special tools to safely remove the person from the vehicle. Paramedics carefully loaded them into the ambulance and rushed them to a local hospital for treatment. The victim was said to be in serious condition. Another person asked paramedics to evaluate them, but refused being taken to the hospital to be checked out.
Officials said the train remained on its tracks, in an upright position. However, the collision left the Metro Blue Line traffic in both directions near the crash site, temporarily blocked. Train passengers were given alternative traveling arrangements through Metro Blue Line.
A tow truck was called to the scene to load and remove the overturned and badly damaged vehicle. Crews had to clean up debris and glass from the scene and finally, investigators worked to try and determine what extactly happened at this railroad intersection in Los Angeles.
Liability In Los Angeles Car Accidents
Despite improved safety measures for cars, motor vehicle accidents remain one of the leading causes of serious injury and death in the United States. According to the CDC, “more than 32,000 people are killed and 2 million are injured each year from motor vehicle crashes.” There are a number of factors that could potentially contribute to a car accident including:
- Speeding
- Distracted driving
- Inclement weather
- Dangerous turns
- Poorly designed roadways
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid causing accidents. This is especially true for commercial drivers that work for a city. A number of collisions are due to drivers that make dangerous left turns. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code 21801, the driver of any vehicle intending to turn left must yield the right of way traveling from the opposite direction close enough to pose a hazard.
If a negligent driver worked for a city, that city could potentially be liable in the event of an accident. Generally speaking, employers are vicariously liable for the negligent actions of their employees – insofar as those employees were working within the course and scope of their job duties. There are a number of steps that should be taken after a car accident.
- Photos of the accident site should be taken.
- Surveillance footage should be sought.
- Medical records should be preserved.
- Eye witnesses should be interviewed.
- A thorough independent investigation should be conducted.
The family of any victim that has died in a car accident may have legal recourse through a bodily injury claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and funeral expenses. It is essential that evidence is properly preserved after a car accident. A car accident attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A Los Angeles Car Accident
We at Accident News Now extend well wishes to the person injured in this collision. Any person that may have information about what happened should reach out to the police. A thorough investigation must be conducted for the sake of all who have lost so much.
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