Los Angeles, CA – Woman Suffers in Fatal Hit-and-Run Accident
Los Angeles, CA (December 10, 2018) A fatal hit-and-run accident happened at 425 East Vernon Avenue at 3:40 a.m. on December 10th, according to the Los Angeles Police Department’s Media Relations Section. A white minivan struck a 30-year-old woman and proceeded to drive off without stopping to help her. By the time emergency crews arrived at the scene, she’d already suffered fatal injuries. The police are currently searching for the driver responsible.
We send our condolences to the woman’s family as we know how heartbreaking it is to lose a loved one in a hit-and-run pedestrian accident, especially if the accident could have been prevented.
Pedestrian Accidents in California
Unfortunately, hundreds of thousands of hit-and-run accidents happen every year in the United States. Drivers who don’t stop at the scene after striking someone are usually under the influence, have a warrant out for their arrest, are in a stolen vehicle, have an expired license, or are in an unregistered vehicle. No matter the reason, it’s irresponsible and disappointing for a driver to hit a pedestrian and not stay at the scene to call for help.
The police are currently investigating this accident to determine how fast the minivan was going, if the woman had the right of way, if alcohol or drugs were involved, and if there were bad road conditions. Regardless of what caused the driver to strike the woman, the driver will still be arrested once caught and charged with a hit-and-run felony.
Once the police finalize their reports, the woman’s family could hire a California personal injury attorney to help them file a wrongful death lawsuit against the driver.
At Brady Law Group, we have some of the most experienced and knowledgeable attorneys on our team that have helped thousands of families with their wrongful death lawsuits. We’ve helped families receive thousands of dollars to help cover funeral expenses, medical costs, loss of earnings, loss of spousal support, and more. If you or someone you know lost a loved one in a pedestrian accident, call 415-459-7300 for a free consultation.
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.
