Earlimart, CA – Pedestrian Killed After Being Struck by Greyhound Bus on Highway 99
Earlimart, CA (March 11, 2019) – A pedestrian was killed after being struck by a Greyhound bus on March 10th at 9:00 p.m. on Highway 99, near Avenue 24.
The crash occurred as the bus, headed northbound from Tulare County to Fresno, merged into a lane and hit the pedestrian, who was walking in the median. The bus driver, who is cooperating with the California Highway Patrol, reported that he did not see the pedestrian, who was walking from the median into the road at the time of the crash.
None of the 23 passengers on the bus were injured. The victim, whose name currently is unknown, died at the scene.
The family and friends of the victim remain in our thoughts. We offer our condolences during this difficult time.
 When Buses and Pedestrians Are Involved in Accidents
In California, all drivers, bus drivers especially, are required to yield to pedestrians, even if the pedestrian was in the middle of the road. While it may be difficult to see a pedestrian at night and in a place where a driver would not expect to see a pedestrian, the driver is expected to stop for them.
Thousands of accidents involving pedestrians in many different situations, and involving many different types of vehicles, occur in California every year. If you are injured in this type of accident, or if a family member or loved one is injured or killed after being struck as a pedestrian, contact an experienced attorney. The lawyers at the Brady Law Firm know how to handle these types of cases, including wrongful death. Contact the Brady Law Group at 866-478-6483.
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 for all those involved in the accident.
