[04-26-2022] Merced County, CA – One Man Injured in Pedestrian Crash at Olive and M Intersection

A pedestrian was rushed to the hospital after being hit by a car in Merced on Tuesday night, April 26, 2022.

The pedestrian accident occurred just before 9:00 p.m. at the intersection of Olive and M.

The man was using a crosswalk when he was struck by a vehicle, according to the police.

The victim was taken to the hospital by first responders and is being treated for moderate injuries.

The driver remained at the scene, and the crash is not believed to have been caused by drugs or alcohol.

There are no other details available.

Pedestrian Accident Statistics

The inability of pedestrians to prevent fatal injuries in the event of a car accident makes them the most vulnerable road users, without a doubt.

We’ve recently seen a dramatic increase in pedestrian deaths in the United States. A 27% increase in pedestrian deaths occurred between 2007 and 2016, while the number of other traffic-related deaths decreased by 14%.

The issue of drunk drivers harming pedestrians was settled once and for all. Driving while impaired by drugs or alcohol is against the law. Accidents involving drunk drivers are far less common than they should be in the United States.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), approximately 30 Americans lose their lives every day as a result of drunk driving accidents in the United States. Approximately 29% of all fatalities in the United States each year are attributed to alcohol-related vehicular accidents. They have a blood-alcohol level above the 0.08% legal limit in more than 60% of the cases.

Merced County Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

Those who have been harmed, including by a negligent driver, are entitled to compensation under California law. A plaintiff in a personal injury case can seek both economic and non-economic damages.

The term “economic harm” refers to a loss of money that has already been calculated. Additionally, these damages include compensation for emotional distress in addition to medical expenses and lost wages. Non-economic damages, such as compensation for the victim’s mental anguish or the loss of a loved one, can be awarded.

Anyone who has been harmed by another person’s carelessness, recklessness, or intentional wrongdoing may be entitled to compensation. In the event that your case is lost or settled out of court, we will not charge you.

Our Merced County pedestrian accident lawyers at Arash Law are prepared to protect the rights of those who have been injured. Our attorneys can be reached at (888) 488-1391 for a free consultation.