California Accident in Stolen Tesla Model S Causes Several Injuries

San Diego, CA- Stock for electric car company Tesla dropped significantly this week after a severe crash involving a stolen Model S left several people injured and led to a high speed police chase through Los Angeles early Fourth of July morning.
The accident took place late last Friday night after a young man managed to steal one of the luxury cars from a dealership and take for a joyride down La Brea Avenue. After nabbing the car around midnight, the driver led police on a wild police chase with speeds topping nearly 100 mph.
Before police could apprehend the driver, he crashed into a Honda carrying five people then slammed into a pole, NBC reported. The impact with pole caused the vehicle to split in half igniting a blaze in the front half. The rear half them somehow became wedged in the entrance of a building.
“I have never seen half of a car wedged into a building before,” said Sheriff’s Lt. Michael White told NBC.
Two of the people in the Honda suffered serious injuries and the driver who stole the vehicle is in critical condition.
The car thief also struck several other vehicles while trying to evade police
In the case of this accident, the only party who is liable is the young man decided to steal it and take it on a joyride. When you have suffered serious injuries as a result of a reckless motorist, then it may be in your best interest to speak with California accident attorney to discuss the options for seeking compensation.
This latest accident has called into question the safety of a Tesla’s electric vehicles, but despite skepticism form those who prefer gas-guzzling environmentally unfriendly vehicles. Out of a 30,000 vehicle fleet there has been four major fires for the Model S. Two of the vehicles caught on fire after striking road debris, but Tesla corrected the issue by place an under guard on their vehicles.
Because cars, electric, hybrid, gasoline or diesel, all involve a variety flammable material and liquids, the chances of a fire erupting when the vehicle is involved in an accident.  In most cases, the vehicle manufacturer is not liable for a vehicle fire since it was ultimately caused by the negligent actions of a motorist. According to data from the U.S. Fire Administration, between 2008 and 2010, there have been a total of 65,000 car fires, causing over 300 deaths, the Wall Street Journal reported. The agency says the majority of fires are caused by electrical wiring and tire or engine malfunctions.
A car accident involving serious injuries or a death is a terrifying event in a person’s life. Accident victims or surviving family members may not know where to turn in the aftermath of a devastating accident. They may not know what to do next and have no idea how they are going to cover their medical costs and living expenses. All of an accident victim’s concerns can be addressed when they meet with a San Diego accident attorney.