Two people were injured following a fiery four-vehicle chain collision in Los Angeles on Monday night, July 1, 2024.
According to the Los Angeles Fire Department, the serious crash happened at about 8:15 p.m. in the Valley Glen neighborhood, around 13100 block of Sherman Way, near Ethel Avenue.
Authorities said that an unspecified car struck the rear end of a parked vehicle at a curb, damaging four cars in total. How the other two vehicles came into play is still unclear. The car that kickstarted the chain-reaction crash burst into flames moments later.
Two men in the now-burning vehicle reportedly freed themselves on their own even before the LAFD could arrive. Firefighters were said to be able to contain the flames in the first two vehicles that collided.
The two men were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. One of them was listed in critical condition, while the other sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was in fair condition. Apart from them, no other injuries were reported.
It is not immediately known if alcohol, drugs, or speed played a role in the fiery vehicular incident. The Los Angeles Police Department Valley Traffic Division is now handling the investigation into the collision.
Further information was not immediately available.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
