A multi-vehicle crash in Lake Los Angeles led to the death of two people and injured two others.
The collision occurred late Monday morning, around 11:40 am in the area of 152nd Street East and East Palmdale Boulevard.
The county Fire Department reported that two victims died at the scene, while two others were injured. According to authorities, one of the injured victims suffered minor injuries while the other was in critical condition.
The collision involved three vehicles. Two of the vehicles were almost completely destroyed by the impact and a power pole was also knocked down in the collision.
Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident.
According to 2021 data on fatal car crashes collected by the National Highway Traffic Safety Association (NHTSA), the fatality rate was 1.5 times higher in rural areas than in urban areas in California.
Lake Los Angeles is a rural, unincorporated community in the Antelope Valley of Los Angeles County. The community is about 40 miles northeast of the city of Los Angeles.
How can drivers protect themselves and others when driving on the road?
- Drive sober – driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol reduces reaction time and impairs drivers’ ability to respond and react quickly to changing road conditions.
- Adhere to posted speed limits – driving over the speed limit can increase the chances of an accident and the severity of injuries.
- Obey posted signs and traffic signals – stopping at stop signs and not running red lights helps increase safety on the road and allows other vehicles to better predict each other’s moves.
- Use signals – drivers should be sure to use blinkers to indicate to others their intentions, additionally, they should ensure that their brake lights and headlights work so that they are visible to others and their actions are appropriately communicated.
- Avoid distracted driving – drivers should not engage in distracted driving practices such as using smartphones, adjusting the radio or car settings while driving, or eating, as it can divert their attention away from the road and cause accidents.
Legal Options for Victims And Their Families
“Multi-vehicle accidents like this one are some of the most dangerous and unpredictable situations on the road,” says Gerald Singleton, Managing Partner at Singleton Schreiber, “The aftermath of these kinds of collisions often have devastating outcomes and leave families to grapple with profound loss and uncertainty. It can be difficult to pinpoint the exact cause and hold the responsible parties accountable when there are multiple vehicles involved, however, we have faith that local law enforcement can get to the bottom of it.”
In situations such as this one, victims and their families may be able to pursue various avenues of legal recourse. Those who were injured may file personal injury claims to obtain compensation for their medical bills, property damage, lost wages, and more. The families whose loved ones died in the accident may be able to file wrongful death claims to obtain compensation for funeral and burial arrangements, loss of support, pain and suffering, and more.
If you have been injured in a multi-vehicle accident or tragically lost a loved one, contact an attorney at Singleton Schreiber today to learn more about your options. Call us at (619) 771-3473 or contact us by email at info@singletonschreiber.com to schedule your free consultation today.
