[03-02-2022] Sacramento County, CA – One Person Killed in Fatal Pedestrian Crash Near 47th Avenue

A pedestrian was killed after being struck by a vehicle on Highway 99 last month, March 2, 2022.

The collision occurred on a Wednesday between Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and 47th Street Avenue in the southbound lanes of the highway.

The identities of both the pedestrian and the driver have not been disclosed.

There are no other details available.

The fatal crash remains under investigation.

Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

There is a greater risk of injury or death for pedestrians and motorcycle riders than for other road users. Because they are not adequately protected in the event of an accident, this is the reason.

Unfortunately, the number of pedestrian accidents has risen sharply. While other types of traffic-related deaths decreased by 14% between 2007 and 2016, the number of people killed while walking rose by 27%.

A total of 5,977 pedestrians lost their lives in the United States in 2017. One person dies every 88 minutes, according to this estimate. 2017 saw an estimated 137,000 non-fatal pedestrian injuries being treated in hospital emergency rooms.

Compared to other states, California has the highest number of pedestrian deaths and serious injuries. Last year, 893 people died, and 14,000 were injured in California car accidents that involved pedestrians.

Driver carelessness, excessive speed, and failure to yield to pedestrians are the most common causes of pedestrian accidents. An experienced lawyer’s guidance is critical in such circumstances.

Sacramento County Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

In the United States, an accident occurs every day. However, if you or a loved one are involved in an accident, the outcome can be unpredictable. For those whose loved ones were killed in pedestrian accidents, there is help available.

This is a difficult time, and experienced attorneys are available to provide both legal and emotional support. Insurance companies can take advantage of people who have recently lost a loved one because they are still in mourning. Talk to an attorney as soon as possible to ensure that your rights are protected.

Our Sacramento County pedestrian accident lawyers at Arash Law are prepared to recover the compensation you deserve if you or a member of your family has been injured as a result of a pedestrian accident. Compensation for lost wages, funeral expenses, pain and suffering, and emotional anguish can be sought by the families of the deceased through wrongful death claims.

Arash Law has the experience and expertise to handle any legal matter. A free consultation with one of our attorneys is available by calling us at (888) 488-1391.