Simi Valley, CA – Gerald Munyon Killed in Pedestrian Accident on East Los Angeles Avenue

Simi Valley, CA (February 23, 2019) – A fatal pedestrian accident occurred early Friday morning in Simi Valley that killed a homeless man. Police are investigating and have stated that the accident occurred at 6:00 a.m. in the alley behind 1470 East Los Angeles Avenue.

A car was traveling southbound within the alley and took a corner when it hit the homeless man who was in the middle of the road.

Gerald Munyon, the male subject killed in the collision, was struck by the automobile and pronounced dead at the scene. It was a terrible situation for all involved.

Further investigation revealed the Munyon was a long time resident of Simi Valley, although he was known to be homeless.

The police report stated that the driver who hit Munyon stopped after the accident happened, was fully cooperative with authorities in their investigation and stayed at the scene after the incident.

Losing a family member is always difficult. We send our deepest condolences out to the relatives of Gerald Munyon and wish them an easy and swift time during this extremely hard situation.

Simi Valley Pedestrian Accident

Pedestrians can experience some of the highest dangers on the road. They have no protection, as the people in a car do, and they don’t wear a helmet as a motorcycle driver or bicyclist does. In 2017, there were 5,977 pedestrian deaths reported.

Pedestrians who are hit by passenger automobiles, motorcycles, or trucks can make a case against the at-fault driver. Usually, the pedestrian has the right-of-way. However, the pedestrian must prove the driver’s negligence, and all vehicle drivers must pay attention to avoid harming a pedestrian on the road. This helps avoid the risk of injuring someone.

At-fault vehicle drivers may cause an incident like this for various reasons. They may be distracted, drunk, tired, or simply not paying attention. If a driver’s negligence causes a pedestrian injury, he or she may be found at-fault. If an at-fault driver kills a pedestrian, their family or dependents can sue for wrongful death. An experienced attorney can walk you through the process in this most difficult of times.

Damages that can be recovered after a wrongful death include hospital bills, funeral costs, various expenses, loss of income from work, and pain and suffering. The deceased relationship with the family member seeking damages can figure into the amount recovered.

If you lose a family member due to a pedestrian accident, you need a law firm on your side that will help you overcome the legal pitfalls of this terrible situation and help you garner claims with insurance companies. This will help you gain you the fairest settlement possible to solve your pain and suffering as well as any medical bills that have been incurred. Turn to an experienced California pedestrian accident lawyer – Brady Law Group. We offer knowledgeable attorneys who can help you in your time of need. Please contact us today to find out how we can assist you 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 to all those involved in the accident.