Yorba Linda, CA – Fatal Pedestrian Accident on Casa Oro Drive

Yorba Linda, CA (December 28, 2018) On the 26^th of December, a fatal pedestrian accident happened on Casa Oro Drive. According to the reports, a 1-year-old boy was in the street in front of his home when a truck struck him for unknown reasons. The accident happened at around 4:50 p.m. in the 4000 block of Casa Oro Drive. When emergency crews arrived at the scene to help, they found the toddler lying unconscious in the street. As emergency responders tried to the revive the child, he sadly still didn’t respond and was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver responsible remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities. The accident is currently under investigation.

We are saddened to know that a child lost his life in this accident. We send our condolences to the child’s parents as we know they’re suffering tremendously from this loss.

Pedestrian Accidents in California

Recent studies show that an average of 15 people are struck by vehicles every day in California. The reason why drivers frequently hit pedestrians is because most drivers are distracted by their phones, other passengers, food, alcohol, drugs, or fatigue. It only takes a few seconds of not paying attention to seriously injure or kill a pedestrian.

The police are currently investigating to determine why the truck driver failed to see the child. They’re checking to see if drugs or alcohol, speed, or any other negligent act was involved. They’re even evaluating the condition of the truck to see if there were any defective auto parts. Once they finish their investigation, the child’s parents may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit to help cover funeral expenses.

At Brady Law Group, we know it’s never easy to lose a loved one in a pedestrian accident, especially if it’s an innocent child. We’ve helped countless families obtain large settlements to help them deal with the financial burdens that come with losing a loved one. If you or someone you know lost a loved one in a pedestrian accident, call 866-478-6483 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.