San Diego, CA – Critical Pedestrian Accident on Hopkins Drive
San Diego, CA (December 12, 2018) On the morning of December 11th, a critical pedestrian accident happened on Hopkins Drive. Authorities reported that an employee at University of California, San Diego, was driving a small electric golf-cart on campus when she fell out of it and onto the road for reasons unknown. The vehicle behind her didn’t brake fast enough and ran her over. Emergency crews arrived at the scene at 11:30 a.m. to help the injured woman. Firefighters had to stabilize the vehicle before trying several different tactics to free the woman. They then rushed her to Scripps Memorial Hospital in La Jolla due to her critical injuries. Investigators are figuring out who to hold liable for the accident.
We are very sorry to hear that the injured victim is in critical condition. We hope she has a full recovery and is surrounded by loving and supportive company.
Pedestrian Accidents in California
According to the National Motor Vehicle Crash Causation Survey,out of 2 million accidents, 44,000 were caused by defective auto parts or mechanical issues, which could have been the case for this accident. The police are assessing the woman’s golf-cart to determine whether there were any issues that caused her to fall out. They’re also investigating the campus conditions to see if there were issues with the road, such as potholes or large cracks. They’re even checking the speed of the vehicle that ran her over as well as if the driver partook in any negligent behavior. Once they finalize their reports, it’s possible that the injured woman could file a personal injury lawsuit.
At Brady Law Group, we take our clients’ cases seriously because we understand how much vehicle accidents affect their lives. We want to see our clients win large settlements and get the financial support they need to cover medical expenses, loss of earnings, pain and suffering, and more. If you or someone you know was involved 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.
