(Los Angeles, CA) A young man was fatally injured in a multi-vehicle crash in Los Angeles that hospitalized three others. His name was Edwin Barrera, and he was only 26.
The details surrounding the crash are still unclear, but on December 25, the crash occurred at 1:53 a.m. at 250 W. 53rd Street. We don’t yet know why the crash happened.
One person was hospitalized in serious condition. Two other people were reportedly in fair condition. Five other people involved in the crash declined to be hospitalized.
Barrera was tragically pronounced dead at the scene.
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of this young man, whose loved ones have set up a GoFundMe for him. We know this is an awfully difficult time as you mourn the tragic and sudden loss of a loved one. If you have any concerns about navigating the legal process surrounding this crash, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us anytime. We are here day and night, ready to ease the burden of this overwhelming and terrible event.
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Liability in a Los Angeles 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.
