Truck accident kills man in Los Angeles Westlake District.
The Los Angeles Times in an article “Man run over, killed by dump truck in Westlake district” written by Ruben Vives, reports of the death on a Los Angeles man who was run over by a dump truck.
There was construction work being done near Occidental Blvd and Hoover St. in the City of Los Angeles. Apparently a dump truck struck the man running him over. He was killed by the incident.
This is an unfortunate accident that should never have occurred. While we do not know all of the facts, it is important to be diligent and aware of your surroundings at any construction site. Further, those in charge of the construction need to assure it is being conducted safely. In this case, you cant help but wonder if a Flagman was employed would this have prevented the death of this man. Caltrans produces a "Flagging Instruction Hand Book" this is a guide that should be implemented on all construction zones. Proper use of a flagman can best protect not only the public but also the safety of the workers.
Work Zone Safety reports statistics in “Fatalities in Motor Vehicle Traffic Crashes by State and Construction/Maintenance Zone" which lists state by state statistics of fatal accidents. In 2007 there were 80 people killed in construction zone accidents ranking California third on the list of fatalities behind Florida and Texas.
It is always sad and devastating for the friends and family of someone who has been killed in accident. Frustration and anger are often accompany the grief especially in tragedies that should and could have easily been prevented. If you or loved one wishes to speak to an attorney about a accident death or injury caused in a construction zone, or any other type of accident or crash please contact us at The Halpern Law Firm .
