Information and resources related to Los Angeles car accidents

Comprehensive Information and Legal Options for Los Angeles, CA Car Accident Victims

Car accidents in Los Angeles and across California are the leading cause of injury and death for residents

Everyone knows that car crashes are common, and sometimes result in fatalities, but most people don't really think about what that means in terms of the cost to society. We tend to view car accidents as tragedies that affect the people involved, but we rarely think through how the costs of first responders from the Los Angeles Police Department, the Los Angeles Fire and Rescue Department, as well as clean-up efforts by various Los Angeles government agencies, which of course add up for the taxpayers.

What are the statistics related to California motor-vehicle crash injuries and deaths?

According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, 3,606 people lost their lives on California roadways in 2019, and 56% of those crashes were single-vehicle accidents. 33% of those killed were not using seat belts, and 30% of drivers killed had a BAC of greater than .8%.

Where do most car accidents happen in Los Angeles?

According to Crosstown, some of the most dangerous roadways in the Los Angeles area in 2019 include:

Sherman Way and Sepulveda Boulevard (Van Nuys)
Manchester Avenue and Figueroa Street (Vermont Knolls)
Burbank and Sepulveda boulevards (Van Nuys)
Van Nuys and Roscoe boulevards (Panorama City)
Victory Boulevard and Coldwater Canyon Avenue (Valley Glen)

What are some primary causes of Los Angeles car accidents?

Recent statistics show clearly what we have always known - that drunk driving and distracted driving are two main causes of Los Angeles car accidents, injuries, and fatalities. According to the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety, in 2019, 71% of drivers killed had known BAC results. Clearly, we have a long way to go to end these dangerous and selfish driving behaviors that are wreaking havoc on Los Angeles roadways.

 

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