Norwalk, CA (July 31, 2024) – A multi-vehicle collision near the Rosecrans Avenue exit resulted in the death of a pedestrian, 44-year-old Charles Nicgorski.
Accident Details and Ongoing Investigation: Upon arrival, California Highway Patrol officers found a damaged Chevy Tahoe and the body of Charles Nicgorski on the Rosecrans on-ramp. The incident led to the closure of the Rosecrans exit, with traffic being redirected to the Imperial Highway exit. The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner has confirmed Nicgorski’s identity, and further details about the sequence of events leading to the collision are still under investigation.
Legal Considerations: As a personal injury attorney, I find several factors that need to be examined to determine liability in this tragic accident. Investigating whether the driver of the Chevy Tahoe was negligently operating the vehicle is paramount. Factors such as speeding, distracted driving, or impairment could contribute to liability. Understanding why Nicgorski was on the freeway and whether he was in a designated pedestrian area will be essential. If he was in a prohibited zone, this might affect the liability assessment.
Investigators should also examine whether the Tahoe suffered from a mechanical defect or if the roads were improperly maintained. If these factors are present and determined to have caused the accident, they may implicate the liability of the vehicle manufacturer and the local municipality.
Depending on the liability determination, Nicgorski’s family may be able to file a wrongful death claim against the negligent party.
I offer my sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Charles Nicgorski during this challenging and heartbreaking time.
Source: Audacy