Car And Train Collide Injuring Six

On Saturday afternoon, six people were injured when a car and a Metro train collided.  According to KTLA news, the accident happened at about 4:20 p.m. at the intersection of Venice Boulevard and Flower Street in Los Angeles.  Reportedly, witnesses to the accident have said a black sedan drove through a red light and was then struck by the train.  The driver of the sedan had to removed from the vehicle by emergency rescue personnel before being transported to the hospital.  Five passengers in the car were also taken to the hospital for treatment of what has been described as minor injuries.  The Metro train operator suffered only minor abrasions.  

See the KTLA news story and photographs HERE.

While train versus vehicle accident are, thankfully, rare, they do happen with some frequency in the Los Angeles area.  In fact, a Metro train and a truck collided at the same intersection back on September 5, 2011.   While this could be little more than a coincidence, the intersection where these two accidents happened appears somewhat troubling.  The view of drivers and train operators may be somewhat obscured by the buildings, fences, and trees in the area.  Beyond that, there are a number of freeway onramps and a one-way street near the accident sites, perhaps adding to the confusion of drivers.  While a full blown investigation has yet to be completed, it is possible the roadway configuration somehow contributed to the happening of this accident, along with driver error.

Compensation for the victims of automobile versus train accidents caused by a careless driver and/or a dangerous roadway should be an important concern for all Californians. When a driver operates their vehicle in violation of the law, they should be held accountable.  A personal injury lawyer with experience at handling such cases can make a fair assessment of these claims.  Mr. Ralph has more than 20 years years of experience handling automobile accident cases caused by unsafe roads and negligent drivers.  He can be reached at 714-919-4415 for a FREE CONSULTATION.

Have you or a loved one been injured or killed in an accident involving a train and an automobile?

Nothing in this post is intended to suggest the Law Offices of Paul W. Ralph currently represents anyone involved in the news story above. This posting should not be construed as legal advice or an opinion on the merit of any particular matter. A consultation is the best way to obtain an assessment of your potential case.