Temecula, CA – Fatal Pedestrian Accident on Jefferson Avenue

Temecula, CA (January 5, 2019) A fatal pedestrian accident happened on January 3^rd at around 9:50 p.m. According to the reports, a 51-year-old man named Julio Hernandez was in the roadway putting out safety orange cones when a vehicle struck him for unknown reasons. The accident happened in front of a business in the 27900 block of Jefferson Avenue, near Las Haciendas Street. When the paramedics arrived at the scene, they found Hernandez in critical condition and transported him to Inland Medical Center in Wildomar. Unfortunately, he died at the hospital. The police are currently investigating this accident to determine what led up to the crash.

We send our condolences to the deceased Hernandez’ family as we know how devastating it is to lose a loved one in an accident.

Pedestrian Accidents in California

Studies show that majority of pedestrian accidents occur between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. When drivers hit pedestrians at night, it’s usually due to poorly lit roads, intoxication, or fatigue. To protect pedestrians, California has specific laws for drivers to abide by, including to yield whenever they approach pedestrians, despite who has the right of way.

The police are currently checking to see if any of the above factors played a role in this accident. Once they determine if the driver will be held fully liable or not, Hernandez’ family may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit with the help of a California wrongful death attorney.

At Brady Law Group, we specialize in wrongful death lawsuits despite their complexity. We have years of experience and the legal expertise necessary to sue all potentially liable parties for damages and losses. If you or someone you know lost a loved one in a pedestrian accident, 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.