Humboldt Hill, CA – Severe Pedestrian Accident near Highway 101
Humboldt Hill, CA (December 9, 2018) On the evening of December 8th, a severe pedestrian accident happened at the intersection of Loma and King Salmon avenues. The California Highway Patrol stated that a green Toyota Prius struck a pedestrian for unknown reasons near Highway 101 at 6:54 p.m. Both the fire department and an ambulance responded to the crash and helped assist the pedestrian who suffered major injuries. They transported the pedestrian to a local hospital for treatment. The reports don’t indicate whether the Prius cooperated with the police or fled the scene. The accident is still under investigation.
We hope the injured victim recovers quickly and is surrounded by loving family members during the healing process.
Pedestrian Accidents in California
Pedestrian accidents are increasing every year in California, and most of them are due to drivers not paying attention to their surroundings.There are California laws that protect pedestrians by requiring all drivers to yield even when pedestrians don’t have the right-of-way. However, because drivers like to use their phones while they drive, it’s not uncommon for them to not see a pedestrian in time before they’re able to step on their brakes.
When injured pedestrians decide to file personal injury lawsuits, it’s vital that they seek an experienced California personal injury lawyer who can help them pursue all potential liable parties for compensation. In some instances, pedestrians are partially responsible for causing an accident, which means the amount of compensation that they’ll receive decreases in proportion to their involvement.
At Brady Law Group, we specialize in personal injury lawsuits, which is why our success rates remain high year after year. We’ve helped thousands of clients obtain satisfying settlements for their bodily injuries, loss of earnings, pain and suffering, and more. If you or someone you know received injuries in a pedestrian accident, call 415-459-7300 to discuss your case with our legal team.
Note: Outside sources were used in the creation of this post including news bulletins and first-hand accounts of the accident and injuries involved. As a result, the details of the accident presented have not been independently verified by our own writing staff. If you have identified any false information in the story, please inform us immediately, and we will adjust the posting to reflect the most accurate content available.
Disclaimer: As a member of the local community, we at Brady Law Group strive to improve the overall safety and quality of life for everyone who lives in our beloved state. We are extremely saddened by these accidents but hope that, through an awareness of these dangers, those in our community will take precautions to avoid these accidents. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. We wish only the best and quickest recovery to all those involved in the accident.
