Fountain Valley, CA: Man Seriously Hurt in Pedestrian Accident on Harbor Boulevard
Man Critically Injured in Fountain Valley Pedestrian Crash on Harbor Boulevard
Fountain Valley, California (July 31, 2019) – A pedestrian was struck and seriously hurt in a traffic collision in Fountain Valley on Tuesday night, according to the Fountain Valley Police Department.
The pedestrian collision was reported at about 11:36 p.m. July 30, on Harbor Boulevard.
The accident happened when a male party was hit by a vehicle while crossing the street outside of the crosswalk at Harbor Boulevard for reasons still under investigation. As per the report, a second vehicle hit him again.
Pedestrian Hospitalized After Being Struck by Car in Fountain Valley, July 30
The pedestrian sustained fatal injuries in the crash. The victim was rushed to the hospital for treatment.
Police affirmed that the second vehicle did not stop after the collision. Details regarding the second vehicle have not yet been released to this time.
The cause of the collision is still under an active investigation.
What You Should Know about Pedestrian Accidents
Accidents involving pedestrians usually result in severe injuries or death. Victims of pedestrian accidents sustain internal injuries, broken bones, as well as cuts and bruises. Internal injuries and broken bones can potentially cause death or incapacitation if not treated quickly.
Pedestrians are advised to use designated crosswalks when crossing streets and sidewalks when walking along the streets for their safety.
Some of the most common causes of pedestrian accidents include:-
- Failure of drivers to yield or stop for pedestrians who have the right of way.
- Speeding and reckless driving – Driving a car at higher than the designated speed limit and without regard to other road users makes it difficult for the driver to control the car in case of an emergency.
- Drunk driving which impairs a drivers reasoning, reaction times, and their general driving skills.
- In addition to these causes, pedestrians can contribute to accidents by being intoxicated, being engaged in distracted walking like talking on their phones, or texting.
In case you or your loved one was involved in a pedestrian accident, it is advisable to talk to a personal injury attorney. Feel free to ask any question that you may have concerning personal injury.
Legal Help for Pedestrian Accidents Resulting in Injury
We at Pacific Attorney Group pray for quick healing of the wounds sustained by the victim of this accident.
Despite having laws that control traffic and give pedestrians the right to use specified sections of the roads, a significant number of traffic accidents reported in California every year involve pedestrians. Victims of pedestrian accidents are at high risk of sustaining severe injuries.
When pedestrian accidents happen, liability may lie on the driver, the pedestrian, or both. Due to the complex nature of accidents, expertise is needed to determine what factors may have contributed to the event.
At Pacific Attorney Group, we not only provide excellent legal services but also connect our clients to other players including government agencies and insurance companies in the pursuit of justice.
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