San Francisco, CA: Pedestrian Struck, Killed by Golden Gate Transit Bus on Golden Gate Avenue and Hyde Street in Tenderloin
66-Year-Old Man Killed in Tenderloin Pedestrian Accident at Hyde Street and Golden Gate Avenue
San Francisco, California (May 12, 2019) – A pedestrian was hit and killed by a public transit bus late Saturday evening while crossing the street in the Tenderloin, according to a local news source.
The deadly pedestrian accident happened at about 7:30 p.m. Saturday, May 11 at Hyde Street and Golden Gate Avenue.
Police said the Golden Gate Transit bus was making a right turn onto Hyde Street from Golden Gate Avenue when for an as of yet to be determined reason the man fell backwards into the traffic lane while crossing the street. The man struck his head on the bus and then on the ground.
Pedestrian Fatally Hit by Golden Gate Transit Bus in San Francisco Saturday, May 11
The 66-year-old man was transported to a nearby hospital with life-threatening injuries, where he later succumbed to his injuries. His name has not been released pending notification of family.
According to the police, the driver waited at the intersection for the pedestrian to cross in front of the bus before turning.
It’s undetermined if drugs or alcohol were factors in the crash. The crash remains under investigation.
Our sincere sympathies go to the family and friends of the person killed in the crash. We wish them courage during these trying moments of losing their loved one.
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 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 family member may have the right to file a wrongful death lawsuit and receive compensation.
We at Pacific Attorney Group will work with you to protect your rights and assist you on your recovery.
If you are a family member of the person killed 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.
