Long Beach, CA (September 19, 2024) – On Thursday night, September 19, 2024, a tragic accident occurred in Long Beach, California, when 45-year-old Juan Alvarez was fatally struck by a vehicle.
Accident Details: The collision occurred near Pacific Coast Highway and Pasadena Avenue at approximately 11:50 p.m. According to a statement by the Long Beach Police Department, Alvarez was crossing Pacific Coast Highway outside of a marked crosswalk when a Lexus sedan traveling westbound struck him. Alvarez was taken to a local hospital where, despite medical efforts, he passed away.
The driver remained at the scene and cooperated fully with law enforcement. Preliminary investigations indicate that neither speed, distracted driving, nor impaired driving were factors in the collision.
Legal Considerations: As a personal injury attorney, I find that several aspects of this case warrant further examination. Although the driver appears to have complied with all traffic laws and was not impaired or distracted, questions still need to be explored to determine liability fully. For example, were there any visibility or road design issues that may have contributed to the accident? Was the driver exercising due care? Investigators should also look at the possibility of mechanical defects.
Possible Claims: Given the loss of life, Alvarez’s family may have grounds to file a wrongful death claim. Even if the investigation finds that Alvarez was negligent when he attempted to cross the street outside the crosswalk, his family can still recover based on California’s comparative negligence laws.
I extend my heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Juan Alvarez during this difficult time.
Source: My News LA