[04-07-2022] San Diego County, CA – Man Changing Tires Killed in Chula Vista

One unidentified man was killed as he was changing tires on State Route 54 on Thursday evening, April 7, 2022.

The deadly accident took place on State Route 54, east of Highland Avenue, at approximately 5:50 p.m.

The victim was initially driving a Toyota Scion when he experienced problems with his vehicle. He then parked it along SR 54.

The man then exited his vehicle and attempted to change the tire; that’s when a passing Mazda sedan fatally struck him.

The victim was rushed to an area hospital, but unfortunately, he could not survive his injuries and was pronounced dead.

The Mazda driver stopped at the scene and helped the victim. The driver also willingly cooperated with authorities.

Drugs and alcohol were not considered factors in the accident. Local authorities are further investigating the case.

Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

California is one of the most gorgeous states to walk around in. It is also one of the most lethal. Year after year, California has some of the highest rates of pedestrian accidents in the country.

Pedestrian accidents in California are on the rise. According to California’s Office of Traffic Safety, the problem of pedestrian accidents has reached “crisis proportions.”

Between 2015 and 2019, the pedestrian death rate in California increased by more than 25%. California has a pedestrian accident fatality rate nearly 25% higher than the national average.

From 2015 to 2019, pedestrians were injured in collisions on California roads between 14,087 and 15,200 times per year. In 2019, 972 pedestrians were killed in traffic accidents.

Drivers, unfortunately, do not always pay as close attention as they should. They might even be inebriated. Even if you have the right of way, your best bet is to make sure traffic stops before crossing an intersection.

San Diego County Fatal Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

Whether the pedestrian is in a marked crosswalk or not, drivers are required by law to slow down. They must also yield to pedestrians at regulated intersections. Authorities will investigate if the motorist violated any traffic laws in the case of a pedestrian-vehicle incident.

Arash Law’s San Diego County fatal pedestrian accident attorneys are always available to discuss your case and assist you in understanding your rights. If another person’s negligence caused the accident and subsequent injuries, you are entitled to compensation.

Surviving family members of the deceased might file a wrongful death case to seek compensation for the harm caused by the catastrophe. Among the damages that may be awarded are compensation for lost wages, burial expenses, pain, and mental anguish.

Our attorneys have extensive experience and knowledge in representing pedestrians in California who have been injured or killed in pedestrian accidents. For a free consultation with one of our attorneys, please call (888) 488-1391.