West Covina, CA – Elderly Couple Involved in Deadly Pedestrian Crash

West Covina, CA (December 14, 2018) On the 13th of December, a deadly pedestrian crash occurred at the intersection of Fairgrove and Sunset avenues. According to the reports, shortly after 7:00 a.m., a 2018 Chevrolet Cruze struck a 79-year-old and a 72-year-old as they crossed Sunset Avenue. The car was in the middle of making a left turn from Fairgrove Avenue and failed to see the couple. When emergency crews arrived at the scene, they found the elderly man dead at the scene. They transported his wife to a nearby hospital for her injuries. The driver responsible stayed at the scene and cooperated with the police. The accident is currently under investigation.

We are sorry to hear that a life was lost in this accident, and that an elderly woman was injured. We wish her well as she works to get through such a heartbreaking time.

Pedestrian Accidents in California

Studies show that a pedestrian is injured every 2 hours and injured every 7 minutes in a pedestrian accident. The main causes are usually driver’s error, which includes not checking surroundings, texting, driving under the influence, speeding, and more. There are California laws that protect pedestrians on the roads, such as requiring drivers to yield for pedestrians no matter who has the right of way.

The police are investigating to see if negligence played a role in this accident. They’re also checking road conditions and mechanical conditions. Once they decide if the driver will be held fully responsible, a wrongful death lawsuit and a personal injury lawsuit can be filed.

At Brady Law Group, we have helped thousands of injured victims recover damages and losses by pursuing all potential liable parties. We are known for our high success rate of helping clients obtain large settlements to secure their financial futures. If you or someone you know was involved 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.