(Griffith Park, CA) Motorcyclist Hernan Schwindt, 21, was fatally injured in a multi-vehicle collision on Saturday, December 21, on the 5 Freeway in Griffith Park.
According to City News Service, the crash occurred around 7:25 a.m. on the northbound freeway near the connector to the 134.
It’s unclear what caused the collision, but it involved Schwindt, a semi-truck, and at least five other vehicles of unknown description. Paramedics tragically pronounced the motorcyclist dead at the scene.
The Accident News Now team extends our heartfelt sympathies to the loved ones and family of the victim during this difficult time. A loss like this can cause unimaginable pain. If you or someone you know has been impacted by this tragedy, we are here for you. Our legal experts can help you navigate this extraordinarily hard time and get you the answers you deserve.
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Liability in a Griffith Park 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.
