[06-02-2022] Contra Costa County, CA – 32-Year-Old Woman Killed Following a Deadly Pedestrian Crash in Danville

A 32-year-old woman identified as Joyce H. was killed after a fatal pedestrian crash in Danville on Thursday night, June 2, 2022.

The fatal accident happened at the intersection of Camino Tassajara and Wood Ranch Road in Danville at approximately 8:06 p.m.

A passing vehicle reportedly struck the woman under unclear circumstances. The driver that struck the woman remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities.

Unfortunately, the woman was killed in the accident, and she was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported.

Local authorities are further investigating the case.

Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

In the U.S., the number of accidents involving pedestrians is going up. In the last 30 years, many road deaths have been caused by pedestrians.

The Governors Highway Safety Association says that between 2007 and 2016, the number of pedestrian deaths in the United States went up by 27%, while the number of deaths caused by other types of traffic went down by 14%.

In 2017, 5,977 people on foot died in the United States. It is thought that one person dies every 88 minutes. In 2017, about 137,000 pedestrians who were hurt in accidents but did not die went to the emergency room.

Recent studies show that pedestrians in California are more likely to get hurt or die than those in other states. In California, 893 pedestrians were killed, and 14,000 were hurt on the roads in 2018.

Most pedestrian accidents happen because drivers aren’t paying attention, are going too fast, or don’t give way to pedestrians. When facing problems like these, it’s important to have an attorney who knows what they’re doing on your side.

Pedestrians should always watch for cars going in any direction, including those turning left or right. If you can’t cross at a crosswalk or intersection, look for a well-lit area where you can see traffic well. Wait for a break in traffic to give you enough time to cross safely. As you cross, keep an eye out for cars.

Contra Costa County Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

Drivers are required by law to slow down whether or not the pedestrian is in a marked crosswalk. At regulated intersections, they must also give pedestrians the right of way. In a pedestrian collision, authorities will look into whether the motorist violated any traffic laws.

A lawyer can help surviving family members of the dead file a wrongful death claim to recover compensation for the accident’s damages. Compensation for lost wages, burial expenses, pain and suffering, and mental anguish may be given.

Arash Law will vigorously protect our clients’ rights and interests to hold the negligent party accountable. The Contra Costa County pedestrian accident attorneys at Arash Law have decades of expertise in settlement discussions and litigation, so they know what it takes to win a case.

Arash Law has extensive resources to undertake thorough investigations on behalf of our clients. Please get in touch with us at (888) 488-1391 for a free consultation with one of our attorneys.