[04-09-2024] Los Angeles County, CA – Two People Hospitalized After Vehicle Rear-Ended Parked Van in Mission Hills

Two people were hospitalized after a vehicle rear-ended a parked van in Mission Hills, Los Angeles, early Tuesday morning, April 9, 2024.

According to the Los Angeles Fire Department, the incident occurred around 12:20 a.m. in the 10600 block of North Sepulveda Boulevard.

Reports indicate that a sedan crashed into the back end of a parked van, pushing it into another parked vehicle. Upon arrival, authorities found the driver of the damaged sedan with leg injuries and a female passenger trapped inside. Hydraulic cutters were used to free the victim.

Both the driver and the passenger were transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. 

No further information was immediately available, and the authorities are still gathering the necessary details to determine the factors leading up to the incident.

Investigations are ongoing.

Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?

Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:

• Check yourself for any injuries.

• Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.

• Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.

• Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.

• Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.

• Seek immediate medical attention.

• Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.

What A Lawyer Can Do For You

Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. 

The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.