San Jose, CA (August 26, 2023) A pedestrian walking through an intersection was hit and killed by a vehicle Thursday evening near Interstate 680, according to authorities. The accident occurred near the city limits between San Jose and Milpitas around 9:28 p.m.
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It happened at the intersection of Landess Avenue and Morrill Avenue not far from Interstate 680. A man was driving a 2007 Lexus sedan east on Landess Avenue and crossed the intersection at Morrill Avenue. The light was green as he drove through, according to police. He struck the pedestrian who was crossing the street in a marked crosswalk.
Police said the pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the Lexus stayed at the scene and cooperated with police officers.
Liability In San Jose Pedestrian Accidents
Thousands of pedestrians are killed or seriously injured every year in pedestrian accidents. According to the Centers for Disease Control, “An estimated 137,000 pedestrians were treated in emergency departments for nonfatal crash-related injuries in 2017. Per trip, pedestrians are 1.5 times more likely than passenger vehicle occupants to be killed in a car crash.” There are a number of factors that could lead to a pedestrian collision including:
- Speeding
- Drunk driving
- Driver distraction
- Inclement weather
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid hitting pedestrians. The family of any victim that died in a pedestrian collision may have legal recourse through a wrongful death claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. A wrongful death attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A San Jose Pedestrian Accident
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of the pedestrian killed in this collision. Any person that may have information about what happened should reach out to police. There needs to be some accountability for what happened.
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