Long Beach Resident Nicholas Kusmich Killed in Hayes Avenue Collision [Long Beach, CA]

Long Beach, CA (August 9, 2024) – Nicholas Kusmich, 50, of Long Beach, was killed in a Hayes Avenue collision Wednesday afternoon.

It was about 4:45 p.m. when the collision happened at the intersection with Anaheim Street.

Troopers said a 2020 Kenworth tractor-trailer carrying a shipping container was eastbound on Anaheim Street. The big rig turned left onto Hayes Avenue to travel north.

At the same time, a mini motorcycle driven by Kusmich was westbound on the north curb of Anaheim Street. It collided into the passenger side of the big rig while it was turning left. 

Nicholas Kusmich was killed at the crash scene and the big rig driver stayed and cooperated with the authorities.

Officers said distracted driving is being investigated as a possible factor while speed and driving under the influence were not.

In the meantime, contact LBPD Detective Efrain Pineda at 562-570-7355, or Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS if you have further information on this traffic accident.

You may also visit the www.LACrimeStoppers.org.

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Sweet Lawyers expresses sympathies to the bereaved families of the deceased. Our hearts are with you through these trying times.

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Should the Loved Ones of Nicholas Kusmich File a Legal Claim?

Despite the additional safety features on newer vehicle models, traffic accident rate continues to increase, rather than decrease.

The increasing crash rate reflects that auto accidents are becoming rampant. They are a leading cause of death for individuals ages 5-64.

As a matter of fact, according to the NHTSA, two out of three motorists will be involved in an accident during their life.

That is why it is vital to contact us if a loved one dies in a traffic accident.

“Having legal representation after such a traumatic event will provide your family the space to heal while ensuring that justice is brought to your loved one,” says Mark Sweet, of Sweet Lawyers.

Indeed, with our seasoned wrongful death lawyers, you only need to tend to your well-being. Our team will focus on your legal claim.

To the bereaved of the deceased in this collision, call us. You don’t need to experience more hardship because of other people’s negligence. Our legal experts will find the best possible outcome for our clients.

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