Crash
Crash on Westbound SR-78 Near Mar Vista Leaves Injury Status Unconfirmed
Incident record
October 2, 2026
5:44 p.m.
westbound State Route 78 east of Mar Vista
California
California
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1 injured
None reported
Clear · 101°F · 3 mph wind
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A traffic collision was reported on westbound State Route 78 east of Mar Vista at 5:44 p.m. on Oct. 2, according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. The dispatch log listed the injury status as unknown, with no confirmation of severity or how many people may have been hurt.
Temperatures in the area were near 101°F at the time of the crash. The record did not specify how many vehicles were involved or what caused the collision.
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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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