Pleasanton, CA (October 12, 2023) – One individual was injured on Thursday, October 12th, in a pedestrian accident on Vineyard Avenue in Pleasanton. The incident occurred around 8:35 in the morning near Adams Way.
According to KRON 4 News a vehicle struck an unidentified pedestrian in the roadway. The circumstances leading up to the accident are unclear.
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Paramedics were dispatched to the scene and located the injured pedestrian. The victim was transported to the hospital, but his condition is unknown at this time.
Police have closed down the roadway for an investigation into the pedestrian accident on Vineyard Avenue.
Liability In Pleasanton 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 Pedestrian Accident on Vineyard Avenue
We at Accident News Now extend our condolences to the person injured, 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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