Northridge, CA - Nine Injured, Two Critically, in Multi-Vehicle Crash on Reseda Boulevard

Northridge, CA (October 25, 2026) - At around 10:10 a.m. on October 25, a multi-vehicle crash left nine people injured, the Los Angeles Fire Department said. It happened in the 9900 block of North Reseda Boulevard, near Lassen Street.

Arriving firefighters found two people trapped inside the wreckage. Both occupants were taken to a nearby hospital in critical condition, LAFD said.

Three other people were taken to hospitals in unknown condition, and four people refused transport. Video posted to the Citizen app showed as many as five cars involved in the crash.

The Los Angeles Police Department is investigating the cause of the crash. Officials had not said what led to the collision.

This is a developing story. Details may change as the investigation continues.

Your Legal Questions After a Multi-Vehicle Crash in Northridge, CA

The California Office of Traffic Safety reported 4,061 traffic deaths statewide in 2023. Since January 1, 2025, drivers must carry at least $30,000 in injury coverage per person and $60,000 per crash for two or more people.

Who can be held responsible for a multi-vehicle crash?

Possibly more than one driver, and sometimes a vehicle owner or employer. The cause of this crash has not been announced, so fault is still open.

Can one driver's insurance run short when nine people are hurt?

Yes. One policy limit may be divided among everyone hurt, so your own underinsured motorist coverage can matter.

What if I was partly at fault?

You can still recover. California uses pure comparative fault, so your recovery is reduced by your share of fault, never barred.

How long do I have to file a claim in California?

Two years from the crash. For this crash, that deadline is October 25, 2028 (Code of Civil Procedure 335.1).

What should I do first after a multi-vehicle crash?

Get checked by a doctor, even without pain, and ask LAPD for the crash report number. Photograph the vehicles, and keep your medical records and bills.

How Contreras Law Helps After a Multi-Vehicle Accident in Northridge

The Law Offices of Christian Contreras takes the insurer calls, evidence requests, and paperwork off the shoulders of people hurt in crashes like this one. Our Los Angeles personal injury lawyers represent clients across Southern California, including the San Fernando Valley.

When several drivers are involved, we sort out which insurance policies apply and how much coverage is available for each injured person. We also collect street video and vehicle data before they disappear, and we keep every injured client informed at each step. We explain deadlines, medical bills, and insurance options in plain language.

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This page is attorney advertising and is provided for general informational purposes only. It is not legal advice and does not create an attorney-client relationship. Incident information is based on publicly available reports and may change as the investigation continues. The Law Offices of Christian Contreras is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to any law enforcement or emergency response agency. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes, and no outcome is promised or implied.