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[05-16-2024] Los Angeles County, CA – One Person Hospitalized After Foothill Transit Bus Vs. Vehicle Collision in Downtown LA

One person was hospitalized after a Foothill Transit bus vs. vehicle collision in downtown Los Angeles on Thursday morning, May 16, 2024.

According to the Los Angeles Police Department, the traffic crash occurred at about 5:55 a.m. at the intersection of Olympic Boulevard and Olive Street.

Police stated that a Foothill Transit bus struck an SUV at the intersection. The bus driver, who was said to be a woman, managed to get out of the vehicle on her own power but was slow-moving. She was transported to a local hospital after sustaining still-unknown injuries.

The SUV driver, meanwhile, appeared to be uninjured and was walking fine. The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with the LAPD.

Olympic Boulevard was blocked off completely in both directions around the crash site as the authorities investigated and cleared up the scene.

The cause of the accident remains under investigation. Further details were not provided at this time.

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.