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Paps Will Doing Anything for a Photo. . . J. Lo and A. Rod Accident

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On October 15, 2018, Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez were involved in a car accident with paparazzi. The couple were heading out of a Los Angeles restaurant after enjoying a dinner date when their driver hit one of the paps who was posted up to catch a glimpse and a money earning photo of the power couple.

The photographer was snapping away while the couple was in their car. When the driver of their car began to inch onto the street the pap and was hit by the Escalade. Though the contact seemed light (no one disputes he was “inching”) the photog fell to the ground. The driver, to his credit, immediately got out of the vehicle to check on the man, but allegedly said, “See what happens when you flash all the flashes? I can’t see where I’m going.”

The photographer who was hit is said to have filed a police report, but the truth is the driver is not totally in the wrong here. In California, it is against the law for pedestrians to purposefully block vehicles with their bodies. And, if it does happen, drivers can attempt to move forward.

While we get everyone needs to make a buck and we too use their photos, when they create dangerous situations–either for themselves or others that is not ok. Of course, the J.Lo A-Rod crash isn’t the first time something like this has happened. We recently wrote about Bieber’s incident with a pap (Is it us or does it seem as if it’s always happening to Bieber when he’s leaving church?). It was clearly an accident–Bieber stopped to help the 57-year-old man and fully cooperated with the police investigation at the scene. But you also may recall Lindsay Lohan crashing her car in 2005 after a paparazzi chase. There was also the time in 2013 when Nicole Kidman was literally run over by a photographer on a motorcycle. And, of course we’ve written about the most famous case of these types of cases, Princess Diana’s fatal car crash whose death is often attributed to a paparazzi chase. They seemed to do anything they could, anytime they could, anywhere they could to catch a snap of the royal.

The situation isn’t just dangerous for celebrities, it’s clearly dangerous for the photographers as well. Seems crazy to us that they’d put themselves in harm’s way just to get a good picture-even if it is the money. Our sources tell us the money isn’t even that good anymore because of social media and the fact that celebs release their own photos all the time now.

Usually the paparazzi and the celebrities they trail have a pretty symbiotic relationship, but that doesn’t mean it’s safe for either party. We can imagine well the stress involved with being followed and photographed everywhere you go but add in the risk of physical injury from a car accident and it just makes us shake our heads.

6 of the Hottest LA Restaurants Where You Can See Celebs and Their Legal Teams

In Los Angeles, spotting celebrities are as numerous as juice bars and spin classes. But if you really want to increase your odds of seeing a star with his/her hired gun, head to one of these five hot restaurants:

Gjelina. At this funky Venice restaurant, the food is just as attractive as the people eating it. Gjelina eludes trendiness – perhaps because it doesn’t even have its name on the outside. The impressive menu is California fare at its finest, highlighting seasonal vegetables and artisanal pizzas. This hotspot has attracted A-list celebrities like Natalie Portman and Prince Harry. So relax on the patio with a bottle of Napa Cab, and don’t forget to save room for the butterscotch pot de crème.
Chateau Marmont. This famed hotel in the Hollywood hills was designed to mimic the beautiful Chateau d’Amboise in France. After its opening in 1927, Chateau Marmont became a Hollywood staple. It maintains an old world sense of glamour that regularly attracts celebs such as Lady Gaga and James Franco. Expect to encounter a crowd of paparazzi as you push your way to the picturesque palm tree ringed patio.
Farmshop. This farm-to-table restaurant is located in the Brentwood Country Mart, a high end shopping destination packed with boutiques and dining options. The barn themed mart is nice enough for date night and casual enough for a day with the kids. Join celebrities like Reese Witherspoon and Patrick Dempsey at this casual yet sophisticated restaurant, and be sure to head next door for a scoop of ice cream at Sweet Rose Creamery after.
Culina at the Four Seasons Beverly Hills. From the breathtaking, flower-filled lobby to the Frette linens on the beds, the Four Seasons Beverly Hills maintains an elegant atmosphere that the rich and famous can’t seem to get enough of. But even those who cannot afford rooms starting at $500 per night can follow the lead of Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom and head to Culina for a see-and-be-seen experience at the hotel’s modern Italian restaurant.
The Ivy. Ah the iconic Ivy. The Ivy has attracted celebs like George Clooney and Jennifer Lopez for years with its charming cottage-like décor and upscale American comfort food. Sit on the tree-covered patio for brunch and enjoy freshly baked scones while the valet fights away the paparazzi.
Le Village. Tucked into the Trancas Country Mart in west Malibu this chic restaurant is worth the drive. The kitchen, which serves up American fare, is watched over by the keen eyes of the quintessential French owners, Francois and Marie Clausse. And, who better to keep a secret than the French? You are sure to see celebrity legal tete-a-tetes in this new Malibu spot.