Child Injured in Pedestrian Accident on Shake Ridge Road in Sutter Creek
3-Year-Old Toddler Seriously Injured in Sutter Creek Pedestrian Accident on Shake Ridge Road near Ponderosa Annex Road
Sutter Creek, California (April 3, 2019) – A 3-year-old pedestrian was struck and seriously injured by a vehicle Tuesday afternoon in Sutter Creek, according to a California Highway Patrol report.
The accident occurred at about 3:16 p.m. Tuesday, April 2 in the 18215 block of Shake Ridge Road near Ponderosa Annex Road.
As per the CHP report, the toddler was hit by a vehicle for an undetermined reason on Shake Ridge Road. Reportedly, the vehicle mainly struck the chest and the abdomen of the young victim.
Toddler Struck by Vehicle, Injured on Shake Ridge Road in Sutter Creek, April 2
Firefighters along with medical personnel responded to the scene and found the child had difficulty in breathing after the accident. The toddler was then airlifted to a hospital with major injuries.
The name and condition of the child at this time remained unknown.
Authorities did not mention whether or not the driver involved remained at the scene after the accident.
An investigation into the incident is ongoing.
Pacific Attorney Group hopes that the person injured in this accident will recover soon.
Every year, several traffic accidents are reported in California. Unfortunately, accidents result in many fatalities and even more injuries. The causes of these traffic accidents range from distracted driving, speeding, drunk driving, reckless driving, bad weather, wrong-way driving and failure to observe traffic laws. It is evident that negligence on the part of motorists is the leading cause of these accidents.
The law requires drivers to should slow down and give the right of way to pedestrians in both marked and unmarked crosswalks.
Investigators will inspect the vehicle involved for mechanical issues or system failure and analyze photographs of the site of the crash. They will also determine if the driver was intoxicated as at the time of the accident.
The final results of the case will determine if a pedestrian or a family member may have the right to file a personal injury lawsuit and receive compensation for various issues including injuries and medical bills.
We at Pacific Attorney Group will work with you to protect your rights and assist you as you recover.
If you have been injured due to the negligence of another person, please contact us to receive a free consultation with one of our injury attorneys.
If you are the victim or a family member and would like a free copy of the police report, please contact Pacific Attorney Group at 1-800-358-9617.
What You Need to Know about Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrians are always the most vulnerable segment of traffic. Data collected by The National Highway Traffic Safety Association (NHTSA) indicates that about 5000 pedestrians are killed in accidents and over 70000 injured annually. Although motorists shoulder most of the blame for these types of accidents, pedestrians are sometimes liable for these accidents.
In the event of an auto-pedestrian accident, parties are encouraged to note down as much information as possible about the accident. It is also a good idea to take pictures of the scene incident. Witness statements and police reports are also very important and should be collected promptly. The injured party can then approach a qualified personal injury attorney who will help them evaluate and pursue a claim. The injured pedestrian may recover damages including past and future wage loss, pain and suffering and all past and future medical expenses. If a pedestrian is killed in the collision, their families can pursue full compensation for their economic losses resulting from the death.
