London, Nov 18 (IANS) Reality TV star Nicole Richie has been granted a permanent restraining order against two photographers who allegedly caused her car collision in October.

She appeared in court to appeal for the order in Los Angeles Monday and admitted she was 'hysterically crying' after the crash. Richie, who appeared in the court and testified despite feeling unwell, told Judge Carol Boas Goodson that both Eduardo Arrivabene and Ivon Miguel had been tailing her vehicle prior to the accident.

Imdb.com reports that her partner Joel Madden also testified against the two photographers and confirmed that Richie was extremely distressed following the crash.

Before granting the restraining order, Judge Goodson expressed concern over the situation Richie found herself in, stating, 'The court is extremely concerned about future accidents.'

The court order, which will remain in effect until Nov 16, 2012, ensures the two photographers stay 50 yards away from Richie and her vehicle, as well as her children - Harlow and Sparrow - or any car they are travelling in.

Arrivabene was arrested and charged with driving without a license immediately after the accident. He has since been released on $1,225 bail.