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Big Rig Crash in Lake Los Angeles Ends Fatal

One woman died today from injuries she received in a truck accident in Lake Los Angeles. She was driving a Jeep when she crashed into a big rig at around 6 a.m, authorities report. The location of the truck accident was 170th street and Rawhide Avenue, east of the city of Palmdale.

The woman involved in the truck accident was 40 years old. Her name has not yet been release, but she was identified by authorities. The woman was driving by herself, but no reports have been made on whether or not the driver of the big rig was injured in the Lake LA crash.

If you have been injured in a big rig crash or accident, it is in your best interest to get in touch with a personal injury lawyer. Our personal injury lawyers in Los Angeles offer aggressive representation and free consultations – call us at 310.882.6810.

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Los Angeles Bus Crash Leaves 13 Injured

A total of 13 people have been reported injured after an LA bus crash between a commuter bus and delivery truck. All of the injuries were minor, however.

At around 12:15, early on Tuesday morning, a delivery truck crashed into the side of the LA commuter bus in downtown Los Angeles. The crash took place at the intersection of Temple and Hill streets, as the buss traveled northbound on Hill and the truck traveled eastbound on Temple.

Both drivers involved in the accident reported injuries, as well as all 11 passengers of the Los Angeles bus. Several were taken to a hospital in the area. No cause or fault in the crash has been determined so far.

If you have been injured in an Los Angeles bus crash, make sure you contact a lawyer so you can get the help you need. Never fail to take legal action without at least contacting an experienced Los Angeles personal injury lawyer. Call our offices at 310.882.6810 to get the help you need.

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Los Angeles Building Explosion Launches People into Street, Killing at Least One

In Los Angeles, at least one person has been the fatal victim of a building explosion that sent several people flying into the street. In addition to the person who has died, one other person is hospitalized with critical injuries.

After receiving reports of the explosion, the Los Angeles fire department rushed to the scene of the blast to find people in the street. One person was locked beneath the axel of a car, another under the body of a car. The fire department also sent firefighters to search the collapsing building to rescue anyone who was trapped within. The rescue team also included search dogs.

The Los Angeles building explosion is the suspected result of a natural gas ignition somewhere within the building’s structure. The building, which is two levels, is home to a welding workshop. The fire has been put out, but the structure sustained significant amounts of damage.

If you have been injured in a Los Angeles building explosion or other accident in Los Angeles, make sure you consider getting advice from a lawyer. Personal injury lawyers can offer advice, as well as representation, to makes sure to handle the entire process correctly. Call the Los Angeles personal injury law firm at 310.882.6810 for help with insurance, lawsuits, and burn injuries.

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LAPD Officers Injured At Van Nuys

Van Nuys was the site of a car accident on Wednesday that injured 2 LAPD officers, authorities reported. The accident occurred late at night and may have involved drunk driving or driving under the influence of another drug.

Sometime around 11:25 at night, another vehicle crashed into the car containing the two LAPD officers, who were driving near the intersection of Sherman Way and Kester Avenue. The vehicle that hit them has been identified as a dark sedan, and the driver was said to be a woman.

Both drivers were taken to the hospital on Wednesday night, where they received treatment for undescribed injuries. However, both were listed as being in stable condition the next morning after the car accident.

If you have been injured in a car accident in or near Los Angeles, make sure that you take the right steps to protect yourself legally. If you are unsure of what to do, it is important that you talk to a Los Angeles personal injury lawyer as soon as you possibly can. Contact a Los Angeles personal injury lawyer at our law firm by calling 310.882.6810.

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Metro Bus and Blue Line Train in Los Angeles Public Transit Accident

Seven were injured in an accident when two public transit vehicles, a Metro bus and Blue line train, crashed into each other in Los Angeles. All seven people were taken to hospitals with injuries, none of which were life-threatening.

The Los Angeles Metro Bus was carrying 15 people at the time of the accident, as it moved south on Broadway near Washington Boulevard. The train was carrying around 200 people on its way to Long Beach, authorities reported. At around 6:55 a.m., the bus and the train crashed.

The seven injured included the train’s operator and the bus driver. As of now, it is not known what the cause of the accident was. An investigation is ongoing.

If you have been injured in a bus accident, train accident, or other public transit accident in Los Angeles, make sure you take the initiative to speak with Los Angeles personal injury lawyers. Consulting with Los Angeles personal injury lawyers will help answer your questions, address your concerns, and get compensation for your injuries. Contact one of the Los Angeles personal injury lawyers at our firm for help.

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3 People Injured When Big Rigs and Cars Crash

Three people have been injured in an accident between several vehicles that took place on Golden State Freeway in Valencia. Authorities are reporting that the accident involved four vehicles – two big rigs and two cars. One of the people who were injured was injured critically.

The vehicles crashed sometime between 11:15 and 11:20, on the Valencia freeway 25 miles north of Los Angeles. One of the big rigs was carrying oil, and spilled onto the highway in several lanes. No information was given as to the cause of the accident or who was at fault.

The critically injured person was stuck in a car that was wedged between the two big rigs. Following the accident, some of the northbound lanes closed while investigation and cleanup took place.

If you have been injured in a big rig accident or truck accident in Los Angeles, make sure you get in touch with Los Angeles personal injury lawyers. Talking to a Los Angeles personal injury lawyer will help you make sure your best interests are protected. Call Los Angeles personal injury lawyers at our law firm using 310.882.6810.

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Cahuenga Accident Involving Nine Cars Injures Four

A multi-car pileup accident on 101 Freeway in Hollywood on Sunday morning has caused injuries to at least four, reports say. The accident included as many as nine vehicles total, at least three of which were damaged in the crash.

The multi-car accident took place on the southbound side of the road at around 2:09 a.m., starting as a two car crash near Cahuenga Boulevard in the Cahuenga Pass. California Highway Patrol and the Los Angeles Fire Department reported to the accident soon after to find several minor injuries and three damaged vehicles.

It was also suggested that the accident may have included a pedestrian.

The southbound lanes were shut down for a short span following the multi-car accident.

If you have been injured in a car accident, it can be very important for you to contact a personal injury lawyer. Our Los Angeles personal injury lawyers provide dependable advice and aggressive representation – call 310.882.6810 to receive a free consultation.

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Police Officer Injured in Motorcycle Accident

California Highway Patrol has reported that a Newport Beach motorcycle police officer is receiving treatment for injuries received in a motorcycle accident midday Monday.

Around 11:15 a.m., the officer was headed west on Ford Road when he came into contact with another vehicle, an Oldsmobile Cutlass, which was turning left across westbound Ford Road into Newport Hills Drive. As the officer proceeded through the intersection and the Cutlass made the left turn, the two collided.

According to reports, the driver of the Cutlass, a 77-year-old male, is uninjured. The unnamed officer has been taken to an area hospital with several injuries, including cuts to the face and a broken leg. He was described as being in serious condition.

If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident recently or in the past, it is important that you get in touch with a personal injury lawyer as soon as you can. A personal injury lawyer can answer your questions as well as represent you in court, or address any other legal needs related to your car accident. Call one of our Los Angeles personal injury lawyers for a free consultation at 310.882.6810.

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Plane Accident Behind Oceanside Elementary School Kills Pilot

A pilot was killed in a plane accident behind an Oceanside Elementary School during late morning on Tuesday. Before 11 a.m., the pilot’s plane went down near SR 67 in a field just behind Luis Rey Elementary School, which was not holding classes at the time.

The pilot, who has not yet been named, was flying a small plane currently identified as a twin-engine Beechcraft Baron. Flying from Oceanside Municipal Airport to an unknown destination, the pilot seems to have attempted to retreat to the airport but then lost control and crashed.

The plane burned after crashing into the ground, killing the pilot as it did. For now, it is unknown if anyone else was on the plane or where the plane was actually headed.

If you have been injured in a plane crash or aviation accident, contact a lawyer who has experience working with plane crashes and other personal injury cases. Our Los Angeles personal injury law firm has the experience and the resources to represent you – contact us at 310.882.6810 for a free consultation.

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Long Beach LAPD Officer Injured In Motorcycle Hit and Run Accident

A female LAPD motorcycle officer has been hospitalized after an accident with a civilian vehicle that fled the scene. The motorcycle accident was a hit and run, occurring late in the morning on Tuesday.

At around 10:20 a.m, the LAPD officer was driving east past Second Street and Marina drive, an intersection which is currently the site of some construction. According to reports, a green Ford Explorer struck the officer’s motorcycle from behind. The cause of the motorcycle accident may or may not have been related to the ongoing construction, but there was traffic at the time of the accident.

The female LAPD motorcycle officer has been taken to a hospital in the area, where she is receiving treatment and listed in stable condition. As of now, police are still searching for leads on the identification and whereabouts of the hit and run vehicle.

If you have been injured in a hit and run motorcycle accident, it is important that you consider speaking to a lawyer to get the help you need. Your rights are important – make sure you cover every legal aspect of you hit and run or motorcycle accident. Contact our Los Angeles personal injury law firm by calling 310.882.6810.

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