A bus accident involving an MTA bus and delivery truck in downtown Los Angeles injured 13 people including the drivers of both vehicles. According to an Associated Press news report, the injury collision occurred at the intersection of Temple and Hill streets the morning of August 3, 2010. Eleven of those injured were MTA bus passengers. None of the injuries was life-threatening. Officials are investigating the cause of the accident.

It is indeed fortunate that there were no catastrophic injuries as a result of this crash. I hope and pray that the injured victims recover quickly and completely. They will be in my prayers.

Car Accidents

In Los Angeles County, 667 deaths and 52,229 injuries were reported as a result of car accidents, according to CHP's 2008 traffic accident statistics. In the city of Los Angeles, 268 people died and 25,588 were injured as a result of car accidents in 2008.

Traffic Laws

When it comes to traffic accidents at street intersections, it is very likely that one of the drivers either ran a red light or failed to yield right-of-way to the other vehicle. California Vehicle Code section 21800 (a) states that motorists approaching an intersection "should yield right-of-way to any vehicle, which has entered the intersection from a different highway." Running a red light is a also a serious traffic violation. California Vehicle Code section 21453 (a) states: "A driver facing a circular red signal shall stop at the limit line before entering the crosswalk on the near side of the intersection or, if none, then before entering the intersection, and shall remain stopped until an indication to proceed is shown."

Claim for Compensation

Injured victims in such cases would be well-advised to contact an experienced Los Angeles personal injury lawyer, who will analyze all facets of the incident and make sure that the negligent parties are held liable for the injuries and damages caused. Injured victims could seek compensation to cover medical expenses, loss of wages, cost of hospitalization, physical therapy and other related damages.

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None of the parties mentioned in this article are represented by us at the time this article was posted. The source of our information is cited in the article. If you were involved in this incident and have questions as to your rights and options, call a reputable law firm for a consultation. Do not act solely upon the information provided herein. The BISNAR | CHASE personal injury law firm will provide free, confidential consultation to "not at fault" persons and their family members if you mention your source was the “Personal Injury Law Journal." They can be reached at 866-456-5235 during California business hours.

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