[04-05-2023] Tulare County, CA – Male Pedestrian Seriously Injured After Being Hit by Vehicle in Porterville

A male pedestrian was seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle in Porterville on Wednesday night, April 05, 2023.

According to the Porterville Police, the crash occurred shortly after 10:00 p.m. at the intersection of Highway 65 and Teapot Dome Avenue.

The 32-year-old man was reportedly crossing the street heading east against a red light when the north and southbound traffic had the green signal.

The man was struck by a car’s side mirror. Another car was able to swerve out of the way and avoided hitting him, but the next vehicle failed to see him and strike him.

The unidentified pedestrian was flown to the medical facility with major injuries and in an unknown condition.

The investigation into the crash continues.

Pedestrian Accident Statistics

The number of people killed in automotive accidents fell by 14% between 2007 and 2016, according to data published by the Governors Highway Safety Association. The percentage of pedestrians killed rose by 27%, however, throughout this time frame.

These numbers show just how hazardous it has become to walk along public streets and roadways in the United States today and in the upcoming years.

In 2016 in the United States, 5,977 pedestrians lost their lives. Towards the end of the year, about 88 individuals were losing their lives each minute. Nearly 137,000 pedestrians were harmed in vehicle-on-pedestrian collisions in 2017.

More than 14,000 people were injured and 893 people lost their lives in pedestrian accidents in California in 2012. Statistics show that this is the most common reason why pedestrians in California end up in the hospital.

What to Do After a Pedestrian Accident

Traffic-related accidents involving pedestrians should be reported to the police immediately. Never assume anything or tell a fib to the authorities or the insurance company when being asked; simply tell what happened. If the victim tries to apologize after being found not guilty, the insurance company can use such behavior against a claim.

A full copy of the report should be made available to you upon request from the appropriate authorities. There is also an online form on this page that may be filled out. We can use this information to look into your claim. We promise to give you 100% of our attention throughout your free consultation with one of our top attorneys.

Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Tulare County

In the case of a collision, California law affords pedestrians the same protections afforded to motorists, passengers, and cyclists. You may be able to file a claim for damages against the negligent driver if you or a loved one were hurt in an automobile accident that wasn’t your fault.

During this free meeting, one of our lawyers will assess your case, walk you through the following steps, and go over any relevant facts that may affect the settlement offer.

Our trusted Tulare County 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 $750 million.

Call (888) 488-1391 now or click the “Do I Have a Case?” on our website to set up a free consultation with one of our attorneys.