(Newport Beach, CA) Pedestrian Patrick Taylor Bush, 38, was tragically killed when he was struck by a car in Newport Beach on Tuesday, December 17.
The crash occurred for unknown reasons around 8:30 p.m. A westbound car on Los Trancos hit the victim. Paramedics rushed him to the hospital, but he later succumbed to his injuries.
An investigation is ongoing.
We at Accident News Now extend our heartfelt sympathies to the family of the victim. We know this is an extremely difficult time as you mourn this sudden and devastating loss. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us if you have any questions. We are here for you any time, day or night, to help ease the burden of this overwhelming situation.
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Liability in a Newport Beach Car Accident
California has strict laws when it comes to pedestrians. It’s important to always stop if you have struck a person on foot. Further, the driver of a vehicle that hits a pedestrian can be held liable for negligence if they were somehow impaired during the incident. Authorities consider a variety of factors when determining if negligence played a role in a crash, including:
–Distractions like talking on the phone, texting, engaging with passengers
–Extreme fatigue
–Being under the influence of drugs or alcohol
–Speeding
–Aggressive or reckless driving
Always look out for pedestrians when driving, and as a pedestrian, make sure to pay close attention to vehicles at all times.
