Travel on freeways that cross Studio City can be dangerous, especially in the early morning. Drivers can be lulled into an inattentive state by the lack of light and make careless mistakes. They can also misjudge headlights as they check mirrors and blind spots and proceed into the path of another vehicle.
Whatever the cause of a crash, any small mistake can lead to a chain reaction that draws in many other nearby vehicles. A crash can also quickly involve the vehicles approaching an accident scene who don’t have time to slow down to avoid causing additional impacts.
One Victim Killed in Multi-Vehicle Crash in Studio City
One person was tragically killed in a chain-reaction accident in eastern Studio City early Monday morning. MyNewsLA reported the accident occurred along Hollywood Freeway/Highway 101 just south of Lankershim Boulevard, near Universal Studios Hollywood, on February 6, 2023.
The California Highway Patrol said the accident occurred around 2:18 a.m. They confirmed that multiple vehicles were involved. In pictures from the scene, one vehicle can be seen overturned on top of a cement barrier.
One victim in the crash was pronounced dead at the scene. Information on any other potential injuries in the accident was not provided.
All northbound lanes of the Hollywood Freeway had to be diverted as the wreckage was cleared from the road. CHP investigators continue to work to determine the circumstances surrounding the accident.
Securing Assistance for Victims and Families After a Los Angeles Accident
For families who have had a loved one taken from them after a motorist’s mistake, a wrongful death claim will provide a way to secure support to protect those left behind.
Families facing the costs of a funeral and leftover medical expenses can seek financial help from an at-fault driver’s car insurer. A claim can ask for help with these bills and other losses, like the weekly wages the deceased can no longer provide the family in the years to come.
Surviving victims of freeway accidents must often complete difficult and expensive recoveries. For injured victims, a claim for damages against a car insurance company is an important option. This claim asks for help with every medical bill now and in the years to come. It also seeks to support victims while they are unable to work.
Contact a Los Angeles Car Accident Lawyer
If you or a loved one has been the victim of a careless driver, you can talk over your options with a Los Angeles Car Accident Lawyer.
Contact a legal professional from Maison Law for a free, no-obligation consultation. It’s a no-risk way to find out what your accident is worth and what you should be holding an insurance company to. Don’t depend on an insurance adjuster to tell you about your rights and every benefit available to you and your family.
