Lake Elsinore, CA – Major Pedestrian Crash Leaves One Injured
Lake Elsinore, CA (December 11, 2018) On the morning of December 11th, a major pedestrian crash happened at the intersection of Riverside and Eisenhower drives. A vehicle struck a pedestrian at 6:05 a.m. for reasons unknown. When the paramedics arrived at the scene, they found the pedestrian seriously injured and transported him to a local trauma center for immediate surgery. The police are currently investigating the accident to determine what led up to the crash.
We are sorry to hear that a man obtained serious injuries from this accident. We hope he receives adequate treatment and recovers quickly.
Pedestrian Accidents in California
More and more pedestrians are being struck by vehicles everyday for a variety of reasons, the most common being driver’s not paying attention to their surroundings. Even though there are laws in California that require drivers to yield to pedestrians no matter who has the right of way, drivers still commit civil wrongs by using their phones, driving under the influence, and speeding.
The police are currently investigating this accident to evaluate all potential factors that could have contributed to this crash, such as road conditions, weather conditions, and vehicle conditions. Once they determine causation and liability, the injured pedestrian could file a personal injury lawsuit with the help of a California personal injury attorney. At Brady Law Group, we work hard to make sure our clients receive the justice they deserve after being struck by vehicles,especially if the accident occurred due to negligence. We’ve helped our clients win thousands of dollars in settlement amounts for medical expenses, loss of earnings, pain and suffering, and more. If you or someone you know received injuries in a pedestrian accident, call 415-459-7300 for a free consultation today.
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.
