Crash
Crash on Eastbound SR-78 Near Mar Vista Leaves Injury Status Unreported
Incident record
August 4, 2026
4:13 p.m.
eastbound State Route 78, west of Mar Vista
California
California
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1 injured
None reported
Clear · 113°F · 7 mph wind
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A traffic collision was reported on eastbound State Route 78, west of Mar Vista, in California at 4:13 p.m. on Aug. 4, according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. The dispatch entry did not confirm whether anyone was injured. The crash occurred amid extreme heat, with temperatures near 113 degrees at the time.
Dispatch records did not indicate how many vehicles were involved or what may have caused the collision, and no injury count was provided.
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California accident information
- Injury statute of limitations
- 2 years (From date of injury (CCP 335.1).)
- Wrongful death statute of limitations
- 2 years (From date of death (CCP 377.60).)
- Fault rule
- California uses pure comparative negligence: partial fault reduces recovery proportionally but does not bar it.
- Citations
- CCP 335.1 (SoL); CCP 377.60 (wrongful death); pure comparative per Li v. Yellow Cab
- Crash report agency
- California Highway Patrol (CHP 190 request) for CHP-investigated crashes; local police/sheriff otherwise.
This information is provided for general educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney in your state for guidance about your specific situation.
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