Bakersfield, CA (November 15, 2023) – At least one person was reported injured on Tuesday, November 14th, after a serious pedestrian accident on Pioneer Drive in Bakersfield, California. According to local news source KGET, the accident took place around 3:35 p.m. near the intersection with Morning Drive.
The California Highway Patrol reported that a pedestrian walking on Pioneer Drive was struck by a passing vehicle. Further details about the accident itself are not known at this time.
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The pedestrian sustained at least moderate injuries and was looked over by paramedics before being transported to the hospital.
Police are investigating the details of the pedestrian accident on Pioneer Drive.
Liability In Bakersfield 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 The Pedestrian Accident on Pioneer Drive
We at Accident News Now extend our condolences to the person injured in this crash and wish them a speedy recovery. 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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