(Los Angeles, CA) A 38-year-old man named Eldon Rangel tragically passed away in a two-vehicle collision in the Florence-Firestone area on Saturday, January 18.
The crash was reported around 10:48 p.m. at 94th and Alameda streets. CHP stated that the crash was “reported by someone crying that they needed help.”
It’s unclear how the crash occurred, but it involved a yellow Bronco SUV and a black sedan.
Rangel was pronounced deceased at the scene. Another person was arrested, but the charges have not been detailed.
The Accident News Now Team offers our deepest sympathies to all who were close to the victim. No one should have to go through such a terrible tragedy like this, and we know this is a very difficult time. If you or a loved one has been affected by this crash, we have a team of legal experts ready to help you anytime, day or night. Please don’t hesitate to call us with any questions you may have.
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Liability in a Florence-Firestone Car Accident
It’s unclear what caused this accident at this time, but speeding is a top factor in causing car accidents. Speeding, as all motorists are aware, is a surefire way to make driving more dangerous for you, your passengers, and the cars around you.
California has what is called its “basic speed law,” which is a very straightforward law that says motorists must always drive at a “reasonable” speed based on road conditions. The law reads:
“No person shall drive a vehicle upon a highway at a speed greater than is reasonable or prudent having due regard for weather, visibility, the traffic on, and the surface and width of, the highway, and in no event at a speed which endangers the safety of persons or property.”
Always make sure to follow the speed limit, and adjust your speed based on road conditions, weather conditions, and any other unusual factors. Getting to your destination a little bit faster is not worth the risk of speeding.
