Injured In A Los Angeles Multivehicle Accident?
A multivehicle accident can happen in seconds, but it may take much longer to learn what caused it. On busy Los Angeles roads and freeways, including I-405, I-10 and U.S. 101, one crash can lead to several more. It may not be clear which driver caused the first crash or which drivers caused the impacts that followed.
Pheffer Law has more than 40 years of combined experience handling injury cases, focusing on soft tissue and connective tissue injuries, including whiplash. Our attorneys review the crash, the available evidence and the insurance coverage involved. This can provide a clearer view of what happened and what issues may affect a claim.
Who Caused The Pileup? Determining Fault.
California law may divide responsibility among parties based on comparative fault. Evidence may include:
- California Highway Patrol (CHP) crash reports
- Traffic camera footage
- Witness statements
- Vehicle damage and the pattern of impacts
This evidence may show what happened before and after each impact. This can be especially important for the middle vehicle. If a car hits you from behind and pushes you into another car, questions may arise about which driver caused each loss.
Several insurance policies may also apply. These may include a primary at-fault policy, secondary driver policies or uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) coverage, based on the case. Reviewing the order of the impacts and the available coverage can show which policies may apply.
Experienced Guidance After A Los Angeles Pileup
After a pileup, you may be dealing with injuries while drivers and insurance companies give different accounts of what happened. You may also have to deal with more than one insurance policy. Sorting out these issues can be hard, especially while you recover.
Pheffer Law brings more than four decades of experience handling these cases. If you were injured in a Los Angeles multivehicle accident, call 310-909-7801 or contact a Pheffer Law lawyer online to discuss your case and legal options.
