Crash
Rain-Slicked Interstate 5 Crash Near La Paz Road Leaves Injuries Unconfirmed
Incident record
November 13, 2026
4:20 a.m.
northbound Interstate 5 at the La Paz Road off-ramp
Orange County, CA
California
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1 injured
None reported
Moderate rain · 58°F · 0.18 in precip · 4 mph wind
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A traffic collision was reported early Friday on northbound Interstate 5 at the La Paz Road off-ramp in Orange County, according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. The crash was logged at 4:20 a.m. local time amid moderate rain in the area, but dispatch records did not confirm whether anyone was injured.
No vehicle count or cause was included in the dispatch entry, and the extent of any injuries remains unreported.
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California accident information
- Injury statute of limitations
- 2 years (From date of injury (CCP 335.1).)
- Wrongful death statute of limitations
- 2 years (From date of death (CCP 377.60).)
- Fault rule
- California uses pure comparative negligence: partial fault reduces recovery proportionally but does not bar it.
- Citations
- CCP 335.1 (SoL); CCP 377.60 (wrongful death); pure comparative per Li v. Yellow Cab
- Crash report agency
- California Highway Patrol (CHP 190 request) for CHP-investigated crashes; local police/sheriff otherwise.
This information is provided for general educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney in your state for guidance about your specific situation.
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