Palm Springs, CA – Man Loses Life in Fatal Pedestrian Accident Along North Indian Canyon Drive

Palm Springs, CA (January 12, 2019) On the evening of January 11^th, a fatal pedestrian accident happened along North Indian Canyon Drive, just north of 19^th Avenue. According to the reports, a silver Ford SUV struck a male pedestrian at around 6:30 p.m. for unknown reasons.

When the paramedics and fire department officials arrived at the crash site, they found the man lying in the roadway unconscious. Unfortunately, despite life reviving efforts, the man died from his injuries. The man’s identity is unknown at this time.

Crews shut down North Indian Canyon Drive between 18^th and 19^th avenues as they investigated the scene. Fortunately, the driver responsible remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities as they gathered information.

We send our condolences to the deceased man’s family as they grieve the loss of their loved one.

Fatal Pedestrian Accidents in California

According to recent studies, a pedestrian is killed every two hours in the United States. The reason so many pedestrians lose their lives every year is because of negligence, which happens when drivers choose to speed, drive under the influence, drive fatigued, use their cell phones, converse with passengers and more. Drivers have a duty to yield as they approach pedestrians at all times, even in the most unsuspecting places. When they don’t, pedestrians are at serious risk of being injured or killed.

The police are currently investigating this accident to determine whether the pedestrian or the driver had the right of way. They’re also checking to see if negligence played a role or if mechanical errors were the cause. Once they finalize their reports, it’s possible that that the deceased man’s family could file a wrongful death lawsuit with the help of a California wrongful death attorney.

At Brady Law Group, we help families with every step of the legal process because we know how tragic it is to lose a loved one. Therefore, we understand exactly how much their cases mean to them, which is why their cases mean so much to us. If you or someone you know lost a loved one in a wrongful death lawsuit, call 866-478-6483 for a free consultation 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.