Santa Barbara, CA – Serious Pedestrian Accident on Carpinteria Street

Santa Barbara, CA (December 15, 2018) On the morning of December 13th, a serious pedestrian accident happened in the area of Carpinteria and Voluntario streets. According to the reports, a vehicle was turning right before it struck a male pedestrian at 7:00 a.m. When the ambulance arrived, they found the pedestrian lying in the roadway with a lunch bag. They transported the pedestrian to a nearby hospital for treatment. The extent of the pedestrian’s injuries is unknown at this time. The driver responsible remained at the scene and cooperated with the police. The accident is still under investigation.

We wish the pedestrian well as he recovers from his injuries.

Pedestrian Accidents in California

Recent studies indicate that an average of 15 people suffer from fatal injuries per day after being struck by vehicles. The leading cause of most pedestrian accidents is drivers not paying attention to their surroundings due to using their phones, conversing with passengers, eating, applying makeup, or falling asleep at the wheel. There are some instances where pedestrians are partially liable for causing an accident, but California laws still protect their rights by requiring all vehicles to yield as they approach a pedestrian.

The police are currently working to determine who had the right of way in this accident and who will be held liable. They’re figuring out if the driver was using a phone or partaking in any other distracting behavior. Once the police finalize their report, the injured victim could file a personal injury lawsuit with the help of a California personal injury attorney.

At Brady Law Group, we make it our priority to ensure our clients receive maximum compensation for any damages and losses. We know how life-altering pedestrian accidents can be, which is why we work tirelessly until our clients receive winning verdicts. If you or someone you know got hurt in a pedestrian accident, call 415-459-7300 to consult with our legal team 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.