Los Angeles, CA (November 27, 2023) – 25 year old Daniel Moreso was tragically killed on Thursday, November 23rd, in a serious pedestrian accident on Interstate 101 in Los Angeles, California. According to the California Highway Patrol, the accident took place at around 3:50 a.m. at the Vineland Avenue on-ramp in the Toluca Lake area.
Police reported that Moreso was walking along the northbound side of the interstate when he was hit by a passing vehicle for unknown cause. The driver of the car stopped to report the accident and cooperate with authorities.
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Paramedics were called to the scene to help the injured pedestrian, but his injuries were too severe. He was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash. He was later identified by the Los Angeles Department of Medical Examiners’ Office.
The CHP is actively investigating the death of Daniel Moreso and to find the cause of this horrific accident.
Liability In Los Angeles Pedestrian Accidents
Thousands of pedestrians are killed or seriously injured every year in pedestrian accidents. According to the Centers for Disease Control, “An estimated 137,000 pedestrians were treated in emergency departments for nonfatal crash-related injuries in 2017. Per trip, pedestrians are 1.5 times more likely than passenger vehicle occupants to be killed in a car crash.” There are a number of factors that could lead to a pedestrian collision including:
- Speeding
- Drunk driving
- Driver distraction
- Inclement weather
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid hitting pedestrians. The family of any victim that died in a pedestrian collision may have legal recourse through a wrongful death claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. A wrongful death attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating The Death of Daniel Moreso
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of the man killed in this accident. Any person that may have information about what happened should reach out to police. There needs to be some accountability for what happened.
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