Joab Perez, Hal Eisner, 3 Others Hospitalized in DUI Crash at Highland Market
Los Angeles, CA (March 20, 2021) – On Friday, five pedestrians, including Hal Eisner and Joab Perez, sustained injuries in a DUI crash on 6777 Hollywood Boulevard.
Moreover, the Hollywood accident happened minutes before 4 p.m. at Hollywood Market.
Reports said five were transported to a local hospital, wherein four of them were seriously injured.
Furthermore, one of the injured people declined to be taken to the hospital.
Meanwhile, police arrested the driver on suspicion of driving under the influence.
Later, authorities said that Fox11 reporter Hal Eisner and photographer Joab Perez were two of the pedestrians struck by the SUV.
The driver struck a group of pedestrians on the sidewalk, colliding with the front of the Highland Market.
Authorities told drivers to avoid the area near the crash scene, and closed Hollywood Boulevard at Highland Avenue.
It is important to always abide by all traffic laws and to do your part to prevent devastating consequences. Thus, if you find yourself unable to safely operate a vehicle, there are always other options for transportation. Use Uber or Lyft when unable to drive yourself.
Why You Need a Personal Injury Attorney
Indeed, a lawyer will exhaust every avenue to ensure you get the maximum settlement. They will speak to witnesses, analyze evidence, and obtain important data that will help your case.
That is why having legal representation can help you attain compensation on medical bills, loss of earnings, future medicals, and more.
Mark Sweet, an award-winning personal injury attorney at Sweet Lawyers, says that serious car accident cases may call for a separate investigation spearheaded by an experienced lawyer fighting on behalf of the injured party.
If you are or a family member is troubled in a similar crash and sustained injuries, call our offices right away at (800) 674 7852 and let our seasoned attorneys help you deal with the nitty-gritty of your case. We will provide you with our proven strategies in order to win your case. Above all, we will hold those at fault accountable. Please reach us by email and talk through our live online chat. Don’t worry, your consultation is free and confidential.