[04-02-2022] San Diego County, CA – Pedestrian Struck and Killed in Weekend Crash on SR-78 in Vista

A driver struck and killed a pedestrian on State Route 78 in Vista, early Saturday morning April 2, 2022.

According to a news release from the California Highway Patrol, the accident occurred around 3:00 a.m. near Emerald Drive.

According to Gerber, the pedestrian was reportedly walking in the westbound lanes of SR-78 and was struck by a Dodge Journey SUV.

The man died at the scene, his identity remains unknown.

The SUV driver, a 58-year-old San Marcos man, was unharmed in the collision, according to Gerber.

The driver was not suspected of being under the influence of drugs or alcohol and remained at the scene.

The police are still getting information about the victim.

Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Injuries and even deaths are possible when pedestrians are involved in a collision with another vehicle. Those riding in cars and motorcycles are covered in the event of a fatal accident, but those on foot are not.

Pedestrian deaths and injuries are on the rise in the United States. Pedestrians have accounted for a large percentage of all road deaths over the past three decades.

According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, there was a 27% increase in pedestrian deaths in the United States between 2007 and 2016, while other traffic-related deaths decreased by 14 percent.

In the United States, 5,977 pedestrians were killed in 2017. According to estimates, one person dies every 88 minutes. Over 137,000 visits to the emergency room in 2017 were due to non-fatal injuries sustained by pedestrians in vehicle collisions.

According to recent studies, Pedestrians in California face a higher risk of injury or death than in other states. A total of 893 pedestrians were killed, and 14,000 were injured on California’s roadways in 2018 alone.

Pedestrian accidents are most often caused by driver error, such as failing to yield to pedestrians or speeding. Having an experienced lawyer on your side is absolutely essential when confronted with such difficulties.

Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in San Diego County

Drivers must slow down regardless of whether a pedestrian is in a designated crosswalk. Pedestrians must also be given priority at regulated intersections. An investigation into the driver’s traffic violations will take place after an accident with a pedestrian.

The deceased’s family can seek compensation from the guilty party through wrongful death. Compensation for lost wages, funeral expenses, pain and suffering, and other damages may be awarded.

Arash Law is committed to defending our clients’ rights and interests to the fullest extent possible. Our San Diego County pedestrian accident lawyers at Arash Law know how to win a case because of their extensive experience in settlement negotiations and courtroom battles.

It is critical to hold negligent drivers accountable if we are to prevent the loss of human life. If you’ve been hurt in a car accident, a truck accident, a slip and fall accident, or any other type of motor vehicle accident, Arash Law can help you get the compensation you deserve. As the best California car accident lawyers, we aggressively represent our clients.

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