LOS ANGELES COUNTY -- Three children, ages 10, 6, and 4, were tragically struck by a hit-and-run driver in South Los Angeles, KTLA News reported. The accident happened at about 5:30 p.m. Saturday near the corner of Main Street and 47th Street. After the collision, all three children were transported to a hospital for further treatment. Further details regarding this incident was not immediately available.
Cause of the Hit-And-Run Pedestrian Accident
Based on the limited information provided by news reports, it is unclear why this crash occurred. But, regardless of what happened and why, there is never an excuse for fleeing the scene of an accident. Under the California Vehicle Code Section 20001(a): "The driver of a vehicle involved in an accident resulting in injury to a person, other than himself or herself, or in the death of a person shall immediately stop the vehicle at the scene of the accident." Anyone with information about this incident or the hit-and-run driver is asked to contact the police at (213)972-1853.
Pedestrian Accident Personal Injury Liability
While authorities are still trying to locate the hit-and-driver and determine the cause of the accident, the family members of the children would be well-advised to consult with an experienced Los Angeles personal injury attorney. A lawyer who has handled pedestrian accidents such as this one, can ensure the family's legal rights are protected, help the police in efforts to locate the driver, and decide the best course of action to recover the maximum compensation they are entitled to for medical care expenses, physical and emotional pain, and other damages relating to this terrible October 29th pedestrian accident.
Sources: KABC 7 News, KTLA News
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