[05-05-2023] Kern County, CA – One Person Injured, Another With Possible Injuries After Being Struck by Vehicles on Highway 99

One person was injured, and another had possible injuries after being struck by vehicles in Kern County on Friday evening, May 5, 2023.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash happened around 9:36 p.m. on southbound Highway 99, just north of Olive Drive.

No further information has been provided regarding the drivers or the number of vehicles involved.

The authorities are currently conducting an investigation into the crash.

Award-winning Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Kern County

California pedestrians have the same legal protections as drivers, passengers, and cyclists. You could seek compensation if a negligent driver caused an accident that injured you as a pedestrian.

During the free consultation, our experienced lawyers will review your case, advise you on how to proceed, and consider everything that could influence the settlement offer.

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What To Do After A Pedestrian Accident

It can be challenging to think clearly after a car accident. However, what you do and say at the accident scene will significantly impact the outcome of your lawsuit.

The following suggestions may help you avoid a reduction in your personal injury claim value:

1. After the accident, call the police and make sure the officer fills out an accident report.
2. Record your wounds, the accident scene, property damage, road conditions, and the vehicle that struck you.
3. Take a photo of the at-fault driver’s license, insurance card, and license plate.
4. Obtain all eyewitnesses’ names and contact information and anyone else who witnessed something.
5. Visit a doctor or other healthcare professional as soon as possible and inform them of all affected areas of your body.
6. Keep a journal of your injuries and recovery. Describe your feelings, the care you receive, and the costs you incur.
7. Before accepting a settlement offer from an insurance adjuster, you should consult an attorney.
8. Stay away from social media. Don’t post about your accident or circumstances.
9. Contact a reputable pedestrian accident lawyer as soon as possible to discuss your case.

Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Pedestrians are significantly more likely to be killed or seriously injured in a collision, but they have no protection from accidents. Pedestrian mortality in the United States has recently grown, and they have been the majority of car accident casualties in recent decades.

According to the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA), pedestrian fatalities increased by 27% between 2007 and 2016, while other traffic deaths decreased by 14%.
In the United States, 5,977 people died while walking in 2017. According to the latest statistics, 88 people are killed every minute. In 2017, 137,000 non-fatal pedestrian injuries were treated in hospitals.

A recent study found Californian pedestrians are more likely to be injured or killed than pedestrians in other states. In 2020, 55,000 people were injured, and 6,516 died in pedestrian accidents in California.