[03-23-2023] San Diego County, CA – Pedestrian Killed After Being Struck by Multiple Vehicles in Chula Vista

[03-23-2023] Pedestrian Killed After Being Struck by Multiple Vehicles in Chula VistaA pedestrian was killed after being struck by multiple vehicles in Chula Vista early Thursday morning, March 23, 2023.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash took place around 3:00 a.m. on Interstate 5 north of Chula Vista’s Main Street.

The undisclosed pedestrian sustained fatal injuries and eventually died.

The number of vehicles that struck the victim and the types of substances involved are still undetermined.

Authorities are currently conducting an investigation regarding the collision.

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Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

According to data provided by the Governors Highway Safety Association, the number of people killed in car accidents decreased by 14% between 2007 and 2016. On the other hand, during the same period, the number of pedestrian deaths increased by 27%.

According to these figures, street walking is becoming riskier every year in the United States. Data shows that there were 5,977 pedestrian fatalities in the United States in 2016. By the end of that year, the death rate had increased to 88 people per minute.

Over 137,000 pedestrians were injured in auto-related accidents in 2017 and required medical care throughout the year.

In California alone, there were 893 pedestrian fatalities and nearly 14,000 injuries in 2012. Statistically speaking, this accounts for the vast majority of pedestrian injuries in California.

What to Do After a Pedestrian Accident

If you or a loved one were involved in a pedestrian accident, you must immediately dial 911. When communicating with legal authorities or insurance companies, you should be as factual as possible and avoid making assumptions. Some victims may feel obligated to express regret despite their innocence. Insurers may use such actions as grounds for denying a claim.

Please contact the appropriate authorities if you would like a copy of the final report. We have also included a short online form on this site for your convenience. We’ll work on your request as soon as we get the report. If you have any inquiries about making the most of your insurance policy, you can speak with our highly-regarded lawyer at no extra cost.

Reliable Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Chula Vista

In California, drivers, passengers, and riders all have the same safety nets available to them in the event of an accident. You have the right to compensation from the negligent driver if you or a loved one suffers injuries or perishes in a car accident that wasn’t your fault.

Our reliable Chula Vista 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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