National City, CA – Pedestrian Seriously Injured On I-5 South Near SR-54

National City, CA (April 27, 2019) – A woman sustained severe injuries when she was hit by a car on Interstate 5 in National City after she exited another car driven by a man who has been apprehended for suspicion of driving under the influence.

California Highway Patrol responded to the scene of this injury accident.  According to CHP officers, the crash occurred around 11:55 p.m. Thursday, April 25, on southbound Interstate 5, just north of state Route 54.

A man was behind the wheel of a Honda sedan traveling southbound on Interstate 5 when he ceased driving for unknown reasons in the center divider.

A woman who was in the car with him then exited the car and was hit by a Nissan sedan traveling southbound on the freeway.

Emergency responders were called to the scene to render aid the injured parties.  The injured parties were transported to UC San Diego Medical Center for treatment and further evaluation.

The Nissan driver stayed on the scene and cooperated fully with officers. The man who was driving the Honda was then detained on suspicion of DUI.

The crash is still under investigation.

We send healing thoughts to the injured woman and her family. Our thoughts are with them all during this difficult time as we hope for her full recovery.

DUI Accident Claims in California

DUI accident claims in California are very common. In fact, the number of accident injuries involving alcohol averages between 10 and 12 percent. Males are also more likely to drive under the influence.

The average BAC of a DUI driver is .15 percent but a BAC as small as .02 percent has been proven to affect motor skills required for driving. Likewise, drugs severely affect the ability to drive by impairing perception-reaction time.

It is unlawful for any person to drive an automobile after abusing any illicit drugs or a measurable amount of alcohol. The BAC limit is .08 and the driver must be 21 or older.

If you are involved in a DUI accident, you can file a civil claim for personal injuries. You can recover money damages for bodily harm and property damage. California Supreme Court has stated that punitive damages are available to be recovered from an intoxicated automobile driver because the person who drinks or does drugs knowing they will then drive an automobile demonstrates a deliberate disregard to the safety of other people.

If you or your loved one has been seriously injured or passed away due to a DUI-related accident, seek the help of an attorney with solid experience. Brady Law Group can help you deal with the legal pitfalls of this situation and help you handle claims with insurance companies. We offer experienced car accident attorneys who can help you in your time of need. Please contact us today 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.