Morgan Hill, CA – Fatal Pedestrian Accident
Morgan Hill, CA (November 13, 2018) – 71-year-old Margaret Snively of Morgan Hill, California was struck by a car shortly after 8:00 PM on Watsonville Road near Venetian Way. The injuries she suffered were fatal.
Very few details have been released at this point but investigators have indicated that Snively was most likely trying to cross Watsonville Road heading northbound when she was struck by an oncoming vehicle. Snively was transported to a nearby hospital immediately following the collision but her injuries proved too severe. The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene until law enforcement arrived. According to reports the driver was cooperative and did not appear to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
No further information is available at this time. The accident is still under investigation by police.
Pedestrian Accidents in California
21%, of all people killed in traffic accidents are pedestrians. The highest fatality rate among pedestrians belongs to those who were drinking at the time of the accident and between 45 and 54 years of age. According to traffic safety report data, Kern County and Humboldt County are the top two counties in California for pedestrian fatalities. All of this data means that is becoming more and more dangerous to employ walking as a mode of transportation. Many of these accidents occur due to distracted and reckless driving.
Following a pedestrian injury accident, it is important that you know your rights before you speak to anyone at an insurance company. Here at the Brady Law Group we are prepared to make sure your legal rights are protected at all times while we seek maximum compensation for the injuries and losses you have suffered. Don’t be a victim a second time when the insurance companies claim they have your best interest at heart. For a free consultation regarding your case, call us at (866) 211-2562 and speak with one of our experienced attorneys 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.
