Los Angeles, CA – Fatal Crash on Santa Monica (10) Freeway near Alameda St Exit Takes One Life
Los Angeles, CA (October 17, 2022) – A traffic collision reported in downtown Los Angeles claimed one person’s life on Friday morning. At around 6:15 a.m., on October 14, the California Highway Patrol was notified that a crash occurred on the Santa Monica Freeway.
According to reports, a collision between vehicles occurred on the westbound side of Santa Monica Freeway in the area near the exit for Alameda Street. The crash blocked two westbound lanes, causing delays in the area.
One person was fatally injured due to the collision and pronounced dead at the scene by responding officers.
The California Highway Patrol blocked off multiple lanes of travel as they worked to provide assistance at the scene. Investigations are currently underway.
Our condolences go out to the family of the victim who lost their life due to this fatal crash.
Fatal Car Accidents in California
Each year, fatal crashes in California take the lives of thousands of people there are many crashes that are caused by drivers who are negligent and reckless while behind the wheel. Leading causes in the fatal collisions that we see here in Southern California include:
- Failing to yield: This is one of the leading causes of car accidents in California. When drivers fail to yield, they often cause serious collisions.
- Running red lights: Running red lights is another major cause of car accidents in California. When drivers run red lights, they put other drivers and pedestrians at risk.
- Driver intoxication: Intoxicated drivers are a major problem on California roads. If you drive while intoxicated, you are putting yourself and others at risk.
- Traveling at a high rate of speed: Speed is a major factor in car accidents. If you are speeding, you are more likely to lose control of your vehicle and cause an accident.
If you have lost a loved one as a result of a crash that was caused by another driver's negligence, a wrongful death lawyer in Los Angeles can help you seek financial compensation to cover your losses.
Our Los Angeles car accident lawyers at The Law Offices of John C. Ye understand the overwhelming challenges that families face as they attempt to move forward after losing loved ones in fatal crashes. For this reason, we will fight to help your family secure the maximum amount of compensation possible for the damages you face. These include lost earnings, loss of companionship, funeral costs, and burial expenses.
Lost earnings refer to the wages that the deceased would have earned had they not been killed in the accident. This includes both current and future earnings. To calculate lost earnings, the court will consider the victim's age, education, skillset, and experience.
Loss of companionship damages are awarded to surviving spouses and children. This type of damage is meant to compensate for the loss of love, affection, companionship, and moral support that the victim provided.
Funeral costs and burial expenses are also recoverable in California. This includes the cost of the funeral itself as well as any associated expenses like transportation and headstone costs.
Schedule a consultation by calling our California law firm at 866-771-9467 to get started on your case.
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