Santa Monica, CA (September 25, 2023) A pedestrian was injured following a 2-vehicle collision on Wednesday, September 21, 2023, in Santa Monica. Witnesses at the scene reported that one of the vehicles involved struck an elderly pedestrian.
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It all happened quickly at the intersection of 14th Street and Wilshire Boulevard on Wednesday afternoon. A vehicle ran a red light at the intersection and struck another vehicle, who was coming through on a green light.
The impact of the collision forced the second vehicle to spin. While it was spinning, it struck a pedestrian who was on the sidewalk. The pedestrian survived but sustained injuries and was taken to a local hospital for injuries.
Liability In Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica
We at Accident News Now extend well wishes to the pedestrian injured 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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