Metro E-Line Train Collides with Car in East Los Angeles – Metro Train versus Auto Accident Attorneys
Breaking News: a Metro light rail train and a car collided on September 18, 2024 at 9:20am. The incident occurred in East Los Angeles, specifically near the intersection of Third Street and Rowan Avenue. The incident involved the E-Line train and a black sedan. It is unclear how many people were onboard the train and in the car. The incident caused the train to derail and left one person hospitalized.
The condition of the person who was hospitalized remains unknown. There is no further information on the details surrounding the incident.
Unfortunately, these incidents are frequent. Any incident involving a train can potentially have devastating consequences for all those involved. If you or a member of your family suffered injuries in an incident involving a Metro light rail train, it is important that you seek legal assistance as soon as possible.
Here at the Downtown L.A. Law Group, our expert train accident lawyers are fully committed to fighting for your rights after accidents and helping you secure the maximum payout available for your claim. Our team has decades of experience and are ready to provide you with the guidance that you need to get justice. If you are ready to discuss the legal options available to you with our experienced legal team, contact us today.
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Possible Causes of Metro Accidents
There are many different issues that could contribute to accidents involving Metro trains and passenger vehicles. Some possible causes of these accidents can include the following:
- Reckless driving
- Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Ignoring traffic signs (including signals warning about train crossing)
- Defective traffic signals and rail crossing gates (that do not come down correctly or alert to a train crossing)
- Defective road/rail design (no barriers, for example)
Possible Injuries Associated with Train versus Auto Accidents
Although every incident is different, victims are likely to suffer some of the following injuries:
- Burn injuries
- Crushing injuries
- Fractures
- Head injuries, including traumatic brain injuries and concussions
- Hip injuries
- Knee injuries
- Lacerations
- Ligament damage
- Neck injuries and back injuries
- Nerve injuries
- Road burn
- Severed limbs
- Spinal cord injuries
- Sprains and strains
Can I File a Lawsuit for Injuries Resulting from an Auto versus Train Accident?
Yes – you could have the right to file a lawsuit for any injuries that occurred as a result of a crash between a Metro train and an auto. Who can I sue? This is the more important question. All drivers on the road have a duty of care to drive safely and exercise caution at all times to avoid incidents. Metro buses and trains are considered common carriers and must always do everything necessary to preserve the safety of their riders. In addition, Metro has the duty to ensure that their train stations, crossings, signals, etc. remain operational and function as necessary to avoid any incidents. Can any other entities be liable? Based on the situation, other parties or entities could also have some liability.
What if I was a passenger on the train? If you were injured as a passenger on a Metro train, you could certainly have the right to sue Metro for any injuries resulting from an accident.
We understand that it could be difficult to determine who or what entity is responsible or liable for the harm that you or a member of your family suffered. For a thorough case evaluation and information on filing your lawsuit against Metro or any other entity involved, contact us today.
What Remedies are Available for Recovery?
Some of the different categories of compensation available for train versus auto accident claims could include the following:Medical expenses
- Lost earnings
- Pain and suffering
- Property damage
- Punitive damage
- Legal costs
How much is my train accident claim worth? Based on the details surrounding your Metro train versus car accident claim, you could be eligible to recover anywhere from $50,000 to $1.5 million. Ultimately, case value will be based on the type of injuries sustained, the permanency of the injuries, total medical costs incurred, and more. Here at our legal team, our train accident lawyers are fully committed to helping you secure the maximum recovery available for your claim. For more information about the possible value of your metro versus car crash accident claim, contact us today.
The Downtown L.A. Law Group Can Help!
Whether you are pursuing a claim against Metro or any other entity, you can trust that our accident lawyers are more than ready to provide you with the guidance that you need to fight for your right to get justice. We understand that it can be intimidating for victims to seek legal help and pursue a claim. To ensure that we remain accessible to all, our team offers free legal services. These include free consultations and free second opinions, during which our train accident experts will be available to answer all your questions, address all your concerns, and provide you with all the information necessary to either begin or continue your claim. If you would like to schedule a free case review, contact us today.
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