A motorcyclist was seriously injured in a crash with a car in Topanga Canyon, Los Angeles County, on Saturday afternoon, October 12, 2024.
The collision occurred just before 5:10 p.m. in the 4800 block of N. Topanga Canyon Boulevard, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.
Paramedics rushed the motorcyclist, whose identity has not yet been released, to a local hospital for treatment of serious injuries.
Aerial footage of the scene shows a white sedan with significant damage to the driver’s side door positioned hundreds of feet from an overturned motorcycle.
It remains unclear whether the driver of the sedan was injured or if there were any passengers in the vehicle at the time of the crash.
No further information has been provided, and the investigation is 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.