Hollywood, CA – 1 Injured in Pedestrian Accident on Santa Monica Blvd
Hollywood, CA (May 29, 2019) On the morning of May 29th, a pedestrian accident happened at the intersection of Santa Monica Boulevard and Martel Avenue. A vehicle struck a pedestrian at around 1:00 a.m. Reports indicate that the driver was driving recklessly at the time of the accident. Shortly following the collision, the driver crashed into a tree.
When the ambulance arrived to help, they found the pedestrian injured in the roadway and immediately took the victim to the closest hospital for treatment.
The police are currently investigating the accident, but they arrested the driver responsible for the crash.
Our thoughts are with the injured pedestrian and their family at this time.
Pedestrian Accidents in California
In 2017, approximately 134 pedestrians were killed in Los Angeles after being hit by vehicles. When pedestrians are hit in the middle of the night, the cause is usually drivers being under the influence. It’s unfortunate when innocent pedestrians are harmed because of the recklessness of other drivers.
At Brad y Law Group, we help those who have sustained serious injuries after being hit by drivers under the influence. Our mission is to help all of our clients prove their negligence claims and win their personal injury lawsuits so that they can pay for all necessary medical treatment. If you or someone you love was harmed in a pedestrian accident, call our office today at 866-478-6483 for a free consultation with one of our experienced California personal injury lawyers. We are waiting to help you win your case.
Note:Â 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.
