Los Angeles, CA – Pedestrian Killed in Car Accident on 110 FWY
Los Angeles, CA (September 21, 2022) – On Sunday, September 18, an accident was reported in downtown Los Angeles involving a pedestrian and a vehicle that tragically resulted in the pedestrian’s death.
According to reports from the California Highway Patrol, the accident occurred around 4 a.m. in the northbound lanes of the 101 freeway. The accident happened when a vehicle did not notice a pedestrian walking and struck the pedestrian who was walking on the side of the road.
Paramedics were immediately called and arrived on the scene within minutes and assessed the pedestrian’s injuries and provided medical care. The pedestrian sustained very severe injuries. Sadly, the person’s injuries were too serious, and the person passed away. The pedestrian’s name has not been released at this time. No one else was injured as a result of the accident. The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene and was cooperative with the police.
Police are still investigating the circumstances leading up to the crash. The northbound lanes of the freeway were closed for several hours as police conducted their investigation.
We extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time. Our thoughts are with all those who have been affected by this tragedy.
Fatal Pedestrian Accidents in California
Unfortunately, pedestrian accidents in California are very common. Pedestrian accidents have some of the gravest outcomes, as pedestrians are especially vulnerable when involved in an accident with a motor vehicle. There is nothing a pedestrian can do to protect themselves from suddenly being hit by a car. California has some of the most beautiful weather in the country, which may be why California also has more pedestrian accidents than any other state in the country. In 2018, California reported almost 900 pedestrian deaths from accidents with vehicles, which was a 25 percent increase from 2014.
When a vehicle hits a person walking on the road, the driver of the vehicle is almost always found to be at fault. Under the law, drivers are held to a high standard of care, also called a duty of care, to avoid causing harm to others. This standard is charged to drivers because of the realization that vehicles can inflict great harm and bodily damage to others. Drivers are also charged with an especially high duty of care to pedestrians. Drivers must maintain a proper lookout for pedestrians and operate their vehicles in such a manner to maintain control and avoid hitting or causing harm to a pedestrian on the sidewalk, crosswalk, road, or wherever else they come in contact with the pedestrian. This duty of care is breached when a pedestrian is hit by a car.
Losing a loved one is a difficult time in one’s life. When you are grieving, enormous amounts of shock, anger, and sadness fill your mind and the last thing you want to think about is handling legal and insurance matters. A compassionate and knowledgeable wrongful death attorney can help with these important matters that need to be handled.
If someone you love was killed in a pedestrian accident, you can file a wrongful death suit seeking compensation for damages, which may include medical expenses, funeral expenses, lost future income and benefits, pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of companionship. While no monetary value can replace your loved one’s life, filing a wrongful death suit can bring closure and help ease the stress of any financial burdens caused by their death. Insurance companies have strict filing deadlines, so you will want to speak to an attorney soon.
If you have lost somebody you love in a pedestrian car accident, speak with a legal advocate that you can trust. Please do not hesitate to contact a Los Angeles wrongful death attorney by calling (888) 539-3154 to see how we can help you.
Note: This post was created through the use of secondary sources such as state and local news sources, police accident reports, social media platforms, and eyewitness accounts about serious injury accidents that take place in Orange County. The facts surrounding this accident have not been independently verified, therefore, if any information is incorrect, please contact Russell & Lazarus APC, Personal Injury Lawyer so we can update the post with the most accurate information available. We will remove this post upon request.
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