SOUTH LOS ANGELES, CA — A fatal motorcycle accident involving multiple vehicles occurred Friday morning on the southbound 110 Freeway, according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP). The crash shut down several lanes for hours, causing major delays during the morning commute.
What We Know About the Crash
The fatal crash was reported around 6:20 a.m. near the Adams Boulevard exit, CHP officials said.
Preliminary information indicates that three passenger vehicles and a motorcycle were involved in the collision. Authorities also reported that a box truck may have fled the scene, raising the possibility of a hit-and-run investigation.
Details about how the crash unfolded have not yet been released, and the identity of the motorcyclist has not been made public pending notification of next of kin.
Most southbound lanes of the 110 Freeway remained closed for several hours while investigators documented the scene and cleared debris. The freeway was later fully reopened.
Investigation Ongoing
CHP is continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash, including whether speed, unsafe lane changes, or a fleeing vehicle contributed to the motorcyclist’s death. Witnesses or drivers with dashcam footage may play a critical role in identifying all vehicles involved.
Legal Rights After a Fatal Motorcycle Crash in California
When a motorcycle crash results in loss of life, surviving family members may have important rights under California law:
- Negligence & Duty of Care — Civil Code §1714
Drivers—including commercial drivers—have a legal duty to operate their vehicles safely. If negligence, unsafe driving, or fleeing the scene contributed to the crash, responsible parties may be held liable. - Wrongful Death Claims — Code of Civil Procedure §377.60
Eligible family members may pursue compensation for:- funeral expenses
- lost financial support
- loss of companionship
- Hit-and-Run Liability
Leaving the scene of a fatal collision can result in both criminal penalties and civil liability, especially if the fleeing driver’s actions contributed to the death. - Right to a Full Investigation
Families may seek:- accident reconstruction
- traffic-camera footage
- vehicle data
- witness statements to fully understand what happened and whether the tragedy was preventable.
Motorcyclist Attorney — Standing With California Riders and Families
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- Conducting independent crash investigations
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- Pursuing full compensation and accountability
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