[05-04-2022] Los Angeles County, CA – Pedestrian Struck by Multiple Vehicles in Paramount Area

According to California Highway Patrol, a pedestrian was struck by multiple vehicles on 105 Freeway Wednesday, May 4, 2022.

The crash occurred at around 11:00 a.m at westbound 105 Freeway near the Garfield Avenue exit.

According to the CHP, a person walking on the freeway was struck by at least one car before officers arrived and attempted to assist.

The initial call stated that the individual had been hit by several vehicles, including a big rig, and that the caller was attempting to restrain an individual on the side of the freeway.

According to the CHP, a person walking on the freeway was struck by at least one car before officers arrived and attempted to assist.

It’s unclear what happened, but according to the CHP, officers shot another man who was walking on the freeway.

The man died after being taken to the hospital.

The accident’s cause is still under investigation.

Pedestrian Accident Statistics

There are few more vulnerable road users than pedestrians when it comes to accidents because they are unable to protect themselves from potentially fatal injuries.

Pedestrian deaths in the United States have increased alarmingly in recent years. Between 2007 and 2016, the number of pedestrian deaths increased by 14, while all other types of traffic-related deaths decreased.

Pedestrians were never in any doubt about the dangers of drunk drivers. Drug and alcohol abuse while driving is a serious crime. In the United States, drunk-driving accidents are not as common as they should be.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), drinking and driving kills an average of 30 Americans per day in the United States. Drunk driving is believed to be responsible for 29% of all traffic-related deaths in the United States. Their blood alcohol content (BAC) is usually above the 0.08 percent legal limit.

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The injured may be compensated for their physical, mental, and financial suffering due to the driver’s negligence or another party. In a personal injury case, the claimant can pursue both monetary and non-monetary damages.

When we refer to “economic harm,” we’re referring to the potential financial losses that could result. These damages also include compensation for emotional distress, in addition to medical costs and lost wages. It is possible for victims who have been physically or emotionally harmed or lost a loved one to be awarded non-economic damages.

A victim of another’s carelessness, negligence, or willful misconduct may be entitled to financial compensation. If your case is dismissed or otherwise resolved without going to court, we will not charge you.

Call our Los Angeles County pedestrian accident lawyers at Arash Law if you or a loved one has been hurt in a pedestrian accident. Our knowledgeable and trustworthy attorneys can be reached at (888) 488-1391 for a free case evaluation.