Sacramento, CA – Wheelchair Bound Gregory Wright Killed In Pedestrian Crash At Mack Rd. & Center Pkwy.

Sacramento, CA (June 2, 2019) – A pedestrian accident involving a man in a wheelchair occurred on May 31 around 3:30 a.m. The accident took the life of the pedestrian, Gregory Wright, 63.

California Highway Patrol responded to the scene of this fatal accident.  According to CHP officers, the crash occurred on Mack Rd. and Center Pkwy. near Highway 99.

The driver saw Wright on the road but was not able to stop in time.

Emergency responders were called to the scene to render aid. Wright was transported to a local hospital for treatment and further evaluation. Sadly, he did not survive his injuries from this accident.

We would like to offer our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Gregory Wright who passed away as a result of this fatal accident.  Our thoughts are with them at this time.

Pedestrians In Wheelchairs Are At Increased Risk Of Car Accidents In California

Pedestrians in wheelchairs have a much higher risk of being in accidents than their walking counterparts. Pedestrians in wheelchairs who were struck had a 36 percent higher fatality rate than non-wheelchair using pedestrians.

Motorists are increasingly driving unsafely with cell phone use and other distractions and they are less likely to see a person in a wheelchair. This is because the wheelchair user has a lower profile and is more difficult to see rather than an adult of average height. In addition, it can take an individual in a wheelchair longer to get across the street in a crosswalk than it might take a person running across.

There a number of ways you can stay safe as a pedestrian in a wheelchair.

• Travel only within the crosswalk when crossing a roadway and only cross with the full walk signal illuminated
• Crossing when the second hand is counting down or against a Do Not Walk signal is unwise
• Make eye contact with drivers to ensure they see you

If you are a pedestrian who has been hurt in a car accident you’ll want an experienced attorney by your side. This is is particularly important for those who utilize wheelchairs.

If you or your loved one has been seriously injured or passed away due to a pedestrian 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 pedestrian 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.