San Diego, CA – Woman Injured in Hit-and-Run Accident on Derrick Drive
San Diego, CA (February 25, 2019) – On the 23rd of February, a 59-year-old woman was crossing the street when a vehicle struck her at around 6:25 p.m. at the intersection of Derrick Drive and Genesee Avenue, according to the reports.
When the paramedics arrived to help, they found her suffering from severe injuries, including a fractured back, and rushed her to a nearby hospital for treatment.
The police are currently investigating the accident and searching for the driver responsible.
We are very sorry to hear that a woman was injured in this reckless accident, and we hope she is able to fully recover from her injuries.
Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accidents
Unfortunately, studies reveal that the number of people killed in hit-and-run accidents has increased each year by 7.2% in the United States since 2009. Whenever a driver strikes a pedestrian, most of the time, the driver will be at fault even if the pedestrian wasn’t in the crosswalk. There are some instances where pedestrians are partially at fault for being hit by vehicles, but if a pedestrian was within the crosswalk and abiding by traffic laws, then the driver will almost always be at fault. Drivers who know they are at fault because they were not paying attention are more likely to flee the scene, especially if they’re already a criminal or are in a stolen vehicle.
At Brady Law Group, we specialize in helping clients who have been injured in pedestrian accidents, especially if the accident was caused by negligence. We have the resources to pursue all potentially liable parties for damages and losses. If you or someone you know was hurt in a pedestrian accident, call 866-478-6483 for a free consultation.
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.
