![[10-10-2024] Three Hospitalized After Two-Vehicle Collision on West Fountain Avenue in Hollywood](https://ak1.to//crjyE.webp)
Three individuals, including two who required extrication, were hospitalized following a two-vehicle collision in Hollywood, Los Angeles, on Thursday afternoon, October 10, 2024.
The incident occurred around 4:40 p.m. in the 7600 block of West Fountain Avenue, as reported by the Los Angeles Fire Department.
Firefighters freed two occupants—a man and a woman in their 70s—from the wreckage. All three individuals, including a man in his 30s, were transported to local hospitals.
The conditions of the occupants in their 70s remain unknown, while the third individual sustained severe injuries.
The cause of the collision is under investigation.
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.
