[05-22-2022] San Francisco County, CA – Two Pedestrian Woman Killed After Taxi Cab Collision in Market District

According to the officials, two female pedestrians were killed after being struck by a taxi cab in the South of the Market District.

The fatal collision transpired around 4:30 p.m. at 3rd and Mission streets in the South of Market district.

Two women were pronounced dead at the scene, while a male pedestrian was taken to the hospital with unknown injuries.

According to reports, the taxi driver was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

After colliding with another vehicle, the taxi cab ended up on a sidewalk outside a business.

The fatal accident is still under investigation.

San Francisco Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Pedestrians are frequently killed or seriously injured in car accidents. Pedestrians are completely unprotected from car collisions.

In the United States, pedestrian deaths and injuries are on the rise. In recent decades, pedestrian accidents have been the leading cause of traffic fatalities.

Between 2007 and 2016, pedestrian deaths were 27 percent lower than other traffic-related deaths, according to the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA).

In the United States, 5,977 pedestrians were killed last year. 88 people die every minute, according to the most recent data.

In 2017, non-fatal pedestrian injuries led to 137,000 hospitalizations.

According to a recent study, Californian pedestrians appear to have a higher risk of injury or death than those in other states.

In pedestrian accidents in California last year, 893 people were killed, and over 14,000 others were injured.

Driver error, such as speeding or failing to yield, is frequently blamed for pedestrian injuries and deaths. Having an experienced lawyer on your side during a legal proceeding is critical.

San Francisco County Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

If the pedestrian is not in a designated crosswalk, the driver must slow down and be cautious. At all intersections, unless otherwise noted, pedestrians have the right of way. The driver who struck and killed a pedestrian will be investigated for any traffic violations.

In a wrongful death lawsuit, people who are responsible for the death of a loved one may be held liable. Funeral costs, as well as damages for pain and suffering and lost wages, are all covered by the term compensatory damages.

We strive to protect our clients’ interests to the fullest extent permitted by law. Our San Francisco County pedestrian accident lawyers at Arash Law will fight for the rights of their clients to financial compensation for their losses.

The lives of innocent people can be saved if responsible drivers are on the road. If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident, contact Arash Law immediately.

Please contact us at (888) 488-1391 to schedule a free consultation with one of our experienced attorneys.