(Los Feliz, CA) A 59-year-old man was killed after a vehicle crashed through an apartment in Los Feliz on Wednesday, January 15. His name was Mahammad Humbatov.
The crash occurred around 1:38 a.m. when a sedan crashed into an apartment complex at 1836 N. Western Ave.
Two people were reportedly trapped under the car inside the two-story building. The Los Angeles Fire Department extricated them. Humbatov was tragically pronounced dead at the scene. A 9-year-old boy sustained serious injuries and was taken to a hospital.
Seven more residents of the building were displaced in the aftermath.
The sedan driver, who is reportedly a 34-year-old woman, was taken to a hospital with minor injuries.
The Accident News Now Team offers our deepest sympathies to all who were close to Mahammad Humbatov. 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 Los Feliz 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.
