[03-28-2022] Orange County, CA – One Person Killed in Fatal Pedestrian Accident in Fullerton

An unidentified pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle while crossing the street on Monday, March 28, 2022.

According to the Fullerton Police Department, the pedestrian accident occurred around 5:15 a.m. at Chapman and Annin Avenues.

The identity of the fatally injured person, described only as a male and who died at the scene, was not immediately known.

According to police, the driver who was allegedly involved in the crash remained at the scene, and DUI was not suspected.

Chapman Avenue was closed between Harrington Drive and Victoria Drive during the investigation.

According to preliminary investigation, the male pedestrian was crossing southbound across Chapman Avenue, and the vehicle was traveling westbound on Chapman Avenue before the collision.

There are no other details available.

The crash remains under investigation.

Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

A collision between a vehicle and a pedestrian can result in serious injuries or even death. There is no protection for passengers in cars and motorcycles when they are involved in a collision.

Pedestrian fatalities and injuries are on the rise in the United States. There has been a significant increase in pedestrian deaths over the past three decades.

The number of traffic-related deaths decreased by 14 percent between 2007 and 2016, but the number of pedestrian deaths increased by 27 percent.

There were 5,977 pedestrian deaths in the United States in 2017. According to current estimates, one person dies every 88 minutes. 137,000 people were taken to the ER for nonfatal pedestrian injuries in 2017.

According to recent studies, Pedestrians in California are more likely to be injured or killed than their counterparts in other states. More than 14,000 people were injured due to pedestrian accidents and deaths in California in 2013.

The most common causes of pedestrian accidents are driver negligence, speeding, and pedestrians failing to yield to other pedestrians. In cases like this, you need the assistance of an experienced attorney.

Pedestrian Accident Lawyer for Victims in Orange County

Drivers must slow down regardless of whether a pedestrian is crossing the street in a designated crosswalk. Priority must be given to pedestrians at controlled intersections. Accident investigators are looking into whether or not the driver of the vehicle that struck the pedestrian broke any traffic laws.

To recover damages from the person or organization responsible for their loss, the deceased person’s family can file a wrongful death claim. A jury may award compensation for lost wages, funeral expenses, and pain and suffering.

At Arash Law, we strive to protect our clients’ interests in every stage of litigation. Our Orange County pedestrian accident lawyers at Arash Law have extensive experience when it comes to settlement negotiations and courtroom battles.

We can save lives by enforcing penalties on dangerous drivers. Car accidents, truck accidents, slip and fall accidents, or any other type of motor vehicle accidents can be handled by Arash Law.

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