[05-14-2023] Kern County, CA – Elderly Man Killed in Oildale Pedestrian Accident on Olive Drive

A 60-year-old male pedestrian was killed after being struck by a vehicle in Oildale, Kern County, on Sunday morning, May 14, 2023.

The California Highway Patrol reported that the fatal pedestrian crash occurred at about 4:23 a.m. on Olive Drive, just east of State Road.

A 2016 Toyota driven by 27-year-old George R. with his passenger was reportedly traveling east on Olive Drive when it hit the elderly man walking south across Olive Drive outside a crosswalk.

The driver failed to avoid the pedestrian, possibly due to poor lighting in the area and the man’s dark-colored clothes, and fatally hit him. They remained at the scene and assisted the authorities.

No further information was released on the victim’s identity until the family was notified.

The investigation into the deadly crash continues.

Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Sutter County

In the event of an accident, California law affords pedestrians the same protections and privileges accorded to drivers, passengers, and cyclists. If you or a loved one were injured in an auto accident that wasn’t your fault, you could file a claim for damages against the negligent driver who caused the incident.

During your no-cost consultation, one of our lawyers will evaluate your case, walk you through the next stages, and review anything that can affect the settlement offer.

Our trusted Kern 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.

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What to Do After a Pedestrian Accident

What you say and do at the scene of an automobile accident can significantly impact the outcome of a claim you bring against the tortfeasor, so it’s essential to think carefully about it. If you want to reduce the likelihood of doing something that could reduce the value of your personal injury claim, follow these tips.

• Call the police immediately and have an officer complete a report outlining what happened.
• Note the weather, road, and road conditions, as well as any property damage, the location of the accident, and the vehicle that impacted you.
• The person who caused the accident should have their license, insurance card, and license plate photographed.
• Find any possible witnesses and get in touch with them.
• Visit a medical professional as soon as possible, and be specific about the areas of your body that have been affected.
• Write down how you feel, what therapies you’re receiving, and how much money it’s costing you to recover in a notebook.
• Before speaking with a lawyer, avoid talking to the insurance company or accepting a settlement offer.
• Whether the accident was severe or not, you should refrain from discussing it online.
• You should consult with the top California pedestrian accident attorney as quickly as possible.

Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Governors Highway Safety Association statistics show a 14% decline in fatalities from automobile accidents between 2007 and 2016. However, there was a 27% increase in pedestrian fatalities throughout this time period.

Based on this data, it is clear that walking along public streets and roads in the United States is and will continue to be an extremely dangerous proposition.

Five thousand nine hundred and seven pedestrians were killed in the United States in 2016. By the end of that year, roughly 88 people were dying every minute. In 2017, vehicle-related injuries accounted for almost 137,000 hospitalizations of pedestrians.

In 2020, pedestrian incidents across the country resulted in almost 55,000 injuries and 6,516 fatalities. According to other data sources, this is the leading cause of hospitalization among California pedestrians.