CA - Pop. 3.9 million (city); 10 million+ (county)
Los Angeles Accident Guide
Los Angeles is the largest city in California and one of the most traffic-congested cities in the United States. Its sprawling freeway system - including the I-405, I-10, US-101, and I-710 - sees millions of daily commuters, making it one of the highest-risk areas for vehicle accidents in the country. Pedestrian and bicycle accidents are also significant concerns, particularly in dense neighborhoods like Downtown LA, Hollywood, Koreatown, and along major boulevards. Los Angeles County courts handle a high volume of personal injury litigation, and both city and county government entities are frequently involved as defendants in premises and sidewalk cases. Acting quickly to preserve evidence and meet government claim filing deadlines is critical for anyone injured in Los Angeles.
- Local hospitals
- 4
- Courts
- 3
- Common accident types
- Freeway rear-end and multi-vehicle accidents (I-405, I-10, I-110), Pedestrian accidents on high-traffic boulevards (Sunset, Wilshire, Venice) +4 more
Local Emergency Hospitals
Seek emergency care immediately after a serious accident. Prompt medical evaluation also creates an official record of your injuries.
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
ER(310) 423-32778700 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048See on Google MapsRonald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
ER(310) 825-9111757 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90095See on Google MapsLAC+USC Medical Center
ER(323) 409-10002051 Marengo St, Los Angeles, CA 90033See on Google MapsKeck Hospital of USC
ER(323) 442-85001500 San Pablo St, Los Angeles, CA 90033See on Google Maps
Local Courts
Personal injury lawsuits in Los Angeles are filed in Superior Court. Your attorney will file in the appropriate jurisdiction.
Los Angeles Superior Court - Stanley Mosk Courthouse
General civil and personal injury(213) 830-0803111 N Hill St, Los Angeles, CA 90012See on Google MapsLos Angeles Superior Court - Spring Street Courthouse
Civil (complex litigation)(213) 310-7000312 N Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90012See on Google MapsLos Angeles Superior Court - Airport Courthouse
Civil - West LA and LAX area(310) 725-300011701 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045See on Google Maps
Common Accident Types in Los Angeles
- Freeway rear-end and multi-vehicle accidents (I-405, I-10, I-110)
- Pedestrian accidents on high-traffic boulevards (Sunset, Wilshire, Venice)
- Bicycle accidents in bike lane networks and urban corridors
- Rideshare (Uber/Lyft) accidents - high concentration of TNC drivers
- Slip and fall accidents at commercial properties and entertainment venues
- Construction site accidents in an active development environment
Notable Accident Corridors
These roads and freeways are known for high accident volume in Los Angeles.
- I-405 (San Diego Freeway) - among the most congested freeways in the US
- I-10 (Santa Monica Freeway) - major east-west corridor, high accident volume
- US-101 (Hollywood Freeway) - urban segment with complex interchanges
- I-710 (Long Beach Freeway) - heavy truck and freight traffic near ports
- Wilshire Boulevard - pedestrian and cyclist high-risk corridor
- Lincoln Boulevard (SR-1) - pedestrian accidents near beach communities
Local Notes & Considerations
Los Angeles County has strict 6-month government claim deadlines for accidents involving city or county property, sidewalks, or vehicles. LAPD traffic collision reports can be obtained online or at a traffic bureau. The LA County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) is a frequent defendant in transit-related injury cases.
Los Angeles Car Accident Statistics
8,116
Total Victims (2023)
21
Per 10,000 Residents
1,432
Pedestrian Crash Victims
Source: California Office of Traffic Safety crash rankings, 2019-2023. Comparisons are among the 29 California cities AccidentPath tracks.
See the full California crash statistics analysisThis is general educational information only and may not reflect recent changes. Consult a licensed attorney for advice specific to your situation.