San Diego, CA (October 13, 2023) A pedestrian was struck by a pickup on Friday morning in San Diego, according to the California Highway Patrol. The collision occurred shortly after 6:00 a.m. at the entrance to the Interstate 15 Freeway and Adams Avenue.
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A Toyota Tacoma pickup hit the pedestrian, who was in a designated crosswalk, at the northbound Escondido Freeway entrance. The driver pulled over and waited for emergency crews to arrive. They cooperated with authorities, but not much more is known about this accident.
Emergency crews arrived to help the pedestrian, but the extent of their injuries has not been disclosed. Investigators are working to learn who was at fault in this collision.
Liability In San Diego 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 factors of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A Pedestrian Accident In San Diego
We at Accident News Now extend well wishes to the pedestrian hit 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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