[03-21-2023] Butte County, CA – Female Pedestrian Hospitalized in Chico Two-Vehicle Collision

At least one individual was hospitalized following a two-vehicle collision in Chico on Tuesday afternoon, March 21, 2023.

The Chico Police Department reported that the crash occurred at the intersection of East 4th Street and Main Street in downtown Chico.

Two vehicles reportedly collided for reasons still under investigation, causing a Mini Cooper to strike and obstruct the entrance of a Melody Records store and a Honda Odyssey to sustain front-end damage.

The store was damaged, and an employee stated that a woman was on the ground after hearing the crash. Reported as a pedestrian, the woman was rushed to the hospital with unspecified injuries.

No further details were immediately available on the woman’s current state and the condition of the drivers involved. The investigation continues.

At about 3:30 p.m., Main Street and Fourth Street had all its lanes open.

Pedestrian Accident Statistics

According to statistics provided by the Governors Highway Safety Association, the number of lives lost in motor vehicle collisions fell by 14% between 2007 and 2016. However, pedestrian fatalities increased by 27% throughout this time period.

Given these numbers, it would appear that even taking a casual stroll through American roadways is becoming risky.

The number of pedestrian fatalities in the US in 2016 was 5,977. By the end of that year, there were as many as 88 deaths each minute. In 2017, car accidents caused injuries to more than 137,000 pedestrians.

More than 14,000 pedestrians were hurt and 893 were murdered in California in 2012. According to statistics, that is the most common cause of injury for pedestrians in the state of California.

What to Do After a Pedestrian Accident

If you or a loved one has been hurt in a car crash, you should contact the authorities right once. Whether dealing with law enforcement or an insurance company, it’s important to present only the facts and avoid making any assumptions. Even if they are innocent, a victim may feel they need to apologize. The insurance company may choose not to pay out on a claim if the victim engages in such behavior.

A copy of the final report can be obtained from the appropriate authorities upon request. If you want to contact us, please use the form on this page. We will investigate your concern as soon as we become aware of it. Your free initial appointment with our renowned attorney will be dedicated to giving your case the individualized attention it deserves.

Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Chico

In the event of a collision, California law provides pedestrians with the same protections as motorists, passengers, and riders. You may be eligible to file a personal injury lawsuit against a negligent motorist if you or a loved one were injured in a car crash that wasn’t your fault.

One of our skilled attorneys will meet with you for free to go over the details of your case, lay out the next stages, and discuss any factors that may reduce the final settlement amount.

Our trusted Chico pedestrian accident lawyers at Arash Law, led by Arash Khorsandi, Esq., have extensive experience and accolades advocating for accident victims. Our clients have been awarded compensation totaling $500 million.

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