Costa Mesa is a beautiful city in Orange County, California. It was first incorporated in 1953. The city has since grown to a thriving community with a strong economy. In 1953, there were only 16,840 residents. Since then the population has grown exponentially. According to the 2010 census, there were 109,960 residents living in Costa Mesa.
Costa Mesa was originally inhabited by the Gabrieleno and Juaneno Native Americans. Spaniards took control of the area in the late 1700s. In 1801, land was given to Jose Antonio Yorba. Costa Mesa was part of this land grant. Eventually, Spain lost control of the area. Mexico gained control of Southern California for many years. After the Mexican-American war, California became part of the United States.
American settlers arrived in the Costa Mesa area in the 1880s. The town was originally named Fairview. In 1889, a flood wiped out a railroad that served the community. As a result of this flood, the community suffered. A neighboring community named Harper flourished while Fairview suffered. On May 11, 1920, the city’s name, Harper, was changed to Costa Mesa. The name was a reference to the city’s geography.
Costa Mesa experienced significant growth during and after World War II. Many soldiers were trained at the Santa Ana Army Air Base. These same soldiers returned to the area after the war. Costa Mesa was incorporated in 1953. Today, Costa Mesa is a thriving community. It is a city with some of the best restaurants, retail centers, and cultural arts in the nation.
The city of Costa Mesa is hope to one of the largest retail centers in the nation, South Coast Plaza. It is an upscale luxury shopping center. South Coast Plaza is famous for its architecture and large sale. It has one of the highest volumes in the nation. Many luxury and notable stores and brands can be found in South Coast Plaza. There are also many highly rated restaurants located in and adjacent to South Coast Plaza.
The Orange County performing Arts Center and South Coast Repertory Theater is also in South Coast. Both of these locations are important institutions of art for Orange County. Many locals and tourists flock to these locations.
Costa Mesa is also home to many strong businesses. These businesses include El Pollo Loco, Hurley, RVCA, L-R-G, and much more. These businesses bring more visitors and commuters to Costa Mesa.
Costa Mesa residents are highly susceptible to car accidents. The city has many busy streets and freeways that pass through it. There are also many people that commute to the city. The high number of vehicles, busy streets, and freeways can be a deadly combination. In 2008, there were 6 fatal accidents. 7 vehicles were involved in these accidents. One of these fatal accidents was caused by a drunken driver. There were a total of 8 fatalities, and 10 people were involved in these accidents. In 2009, there were 4 fatal accidents. A total of 4 vehicles were involved in these accidents. There were 4 fatalities, and 10 people involved in these accidents. 3 pedestrians were involved in these fatal accidents. Thankfully, Costa Mesa’s fatal car accident rate is lower than California’s fatal car accident rate. However, these numbers can be misleading. Costa Mesa’s car accident rate is much higher because the fatal car accident rate does not take into account non-fatal accidents.
Car accidents do not need to be fatal to be traumatic. A non-fatal accident can steal leads to extended hospital stays and painful physical therapy. One of the main contributors to car accident rates is freeways. There are 3 main freeways that pass through Costa Mesa. These freeways are the State Route 55 and Interstate 405.
California State Route 55 is a major north-south highway located in Orange County. It runs from Anaheim to Newport Beach. A portion of this freeway is known as the Costa Mesa Freeway. This freeway is heavily congested in rush hour due to many commuters. Commuters from Inland Orange County and the Inland Empire use this freeway to reach Costa Mesa and other neighboring cities. In 2008, there was one fatal accident on California State Route 55.
Interstate 405 is a major north-south Interstate highway in Southern California. It is consistently one of the most congested freeways in the nation. During rush hour, Interstate 405 is notorious for its congestion. There have also been many serious accidents on this freeway. In 2008, there were 3 fatal accidents on Interstate 405. There was one fatal accident on the 405, in 2009.
Many of the accidents occurred on busy streets of Costa Mesa. Surface streets can also be very dangerous. Cars are driving at fast speeds, and cars must share the road with cyclists and pedestrians. Drivers must also be wary of drivers that run red lights or make illegal turns. Costa Mesa streets are consistently busy due to South Coast Plaza, Art centers, businesses, and commuters. In 2008, there were two accidents on Placentia Avenue. There was also a fatal accident on Placentia Avenue, in 2009. In 2009, there were two fatal accidents on Newport Boulevard.
Car accidents are terrifying experiences. A car accident is traumatic for everyone involved. Individuals seriously hurt in a car accident can expect expensive medical bills, car repair bills, and loss of income from missing work. The recovery process is long and difficult. Individuals who lost a loved one a car accident often experience extensive emotional trauma. Children who lost a parent may lose monetary support. Car accidents cause incredible damage. Insurance may be able to cover a portion of the damages, but a Costa Mesa Car accident lawyer can help you seek maximum damages for your losses.
The Law Offices of Dara Khajavi is fully prepared to handle your case. Our expert Costa Mesa car accident lawyers have won countless cases. Do not worry if money is an issue. There will be absolutely no charges until your case is won. Please do not hesitate to call us today for a consultation.