Tracy, CA – Man Injured in Pedestrian Accident on Byron Rd & Grant Line Rd
Tracy, CA (May 15, 2019) On the afternoon of May 13th, a pedestrian accident happened at the intersection of Byron Road and Grant Line Road. A man was standing next to a tow truck that was towing a boat when another vehicle struck him for unknown reasons. The accident happened at approximately 4:12 p.m.
When the paramedics and fire department arrived, they found the man suffering from major injuries and immediately provided him with sufficient medical care. They took him to a nearby hospital for further assistance.
The authorities are currently figuring out why the vehicle struck the man.
Our thoughts are with the injured pedestrian and his family at this time.
Pedestrian Accidents in California
In 2013, approximately 701 people sustained fatal injuries after being struck by vehicles in California, which left the state with the highest number of pedestrian fatalities in the nation. There are many contributing factors that lead to pedestrian accidents, which include lighting, location, drugs and/or alcohol, distractions, and more. Most of the time drivers are considered at fault for pedestrian accidents because the law requires them to be aware of their surroundings at all times and in all places.
At Brady Law Group, when pedestrians are injured because of negligent drivers in California, we encourage them to contact our office for a free consultation with one of our experienced California personal injury attorneys. Our attorneys specialize in recovering thousands of dollars-worth of settlement money from negligent parties to assist our clients with all of their financial needs following accidents. If you or someone you love was hurt in a pedestrian accident, call us today at 866-478-6483.
Note:Â 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.
