Boy Struck and Killed by Vehicle on East 87th Street
Los Angeles, CA (August 03, 2021) – On Monday morning, a 6-year-old boy lost his life in an East 87th Street accident.
Investigating officers say the fatal pedestrian accident took place at the intersection with Firestone Boulevard, in the Florence-Graham neighborhood.
Rescuers immediately took the victim to a hospital where he died.
Officers did not provide any information on the boy’s identity.
Meanwhile, the authorities are still investigating the incident. They said this East 87th Street accident does not appear to be a hit-and-run situation.
We at Sweet Lawyers would like to send our sympathies to the bereaved. May you find courage during this time of sorrow.
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In a time where an unexpected tragedy befalls such as this one, you may be left feeling powerless. However, it is important to recognize that if your family loses a member in an accident, you may recover damages through a wrongful death suit.
A wrongful death suit allows families to hold parties liable for the irrevocable damages they have caused. It is a civil action brought forth by relatives of a deceased victim whose death was caused by the negligence of another party. It alleviates most or all of the financial burden the death of a relative has generated.
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