Los Angeles, CA (September 28, 2023) 2 pedestrians were struck and injured on Thursday afternoon when 2 vehicles collided, sending one crashing into a business. The accident happened shortly after 1:30 p.m. on the 6000 block of West Pico Boulevard in the Carthay neighborhood of West Los Angeles.
The Los Angeles Police Department confirmed that 2 pedestrians, who were inside the building, were actually struck after the two vehicles collided. A black Mercedes-Benz SUV and a white Chevrolet pickup were seen with visible damage following the collision.
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The pickup ended up on the sidewalk after it crashed through a glass door of Sinai Adult Day Health Care. The program director for the business reported that a female staff member in her 60s and a male client in this 80s were both struck by the pickup when it crashed into the lobby. They were both taken by ambulance to a local hospital for treatment.
It was still unclear if any occupants in the vehicles required medical attention. This accident is still under investigation.
Liability In Los Angeles Pedestrian Accidents
Thousands of pedestrians are killed or seriously injured every year in pedestrian accidents. According to the Centers for Disease Control, “An estimated 137,000 pedestrians were treated in emergency departments for nonfatal crash-related injuries in 2017. Per trip, pedestrians are 1.5 times more likely than passenger vehicle occupants to be killed in a car crash.” There are a number of factors that could lead to a pedestrian collision including:
-Speeding
-Drunk driving
-Driver distraction
-Inclement weather
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid hitting pedestrians. The family of any victim that died in a pedestrian collision may have legal recourse through a wrongful death claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. A wrongful death attorney can examine all of the factors of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A Pedestrian Accident In Los Angeles
We at Accident News Now extend well wishes to the people injured in this accident. Any person that may have information about what happened should reach out to police. There needs to be some accountability for what happened.
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