[06-14-2022] Marin County, CA – Pedestrian Woman Fatally Struck in San Rafael

According to the California Highway Patrol, a pedestrian was killed after a fatal crash involving a pedestrian in unincorporated San Rafael Tuesday night, June 14, 2022.

According to CHP, the fatal collision occurred at 9:23 p.m. on Rubicon Court.

CHP Officer Darrel Horner said Brian P., 39, of San Rafael, the driver of the Land Rover that struck the female pedestrian and killed her, was arrested on suspicion of driving while intoxicated and causing great bodily injury, and gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated.

The identity of the victim has yet to be revealed.

According to the CHP, the woman killed in the crash was standing in the roadway when she was struck by the Land Rover’s left side, directly in front of the Land Rover, for reasons that investigators have yet to determine.

According to the CHP, the pedestrian died as a result of her injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.

According to the CHP, the Land Rover’s driver remained at the scene and was not injured.

The investigation hasn’t come to a conclusion yet.

Statistics on Fatal Pedestrian Accidents

In a car accident, pedestrians and motorcycle riders are more likely to be injured or killed than other road users. They are not adequately protected in the event of an accident.

It’s depressing to see how much pedestrian accidents have increased. Pedestrian deaths increased by 27% between 2007 and 2016, while other traffic-related deaths decreased by 14%.

Pedestrian accidents claimed the lives of 5,977 people in the United States in 2014. Every 88 minutes, someone is killed in the United States. Hospital emergency rooms treated 137,000 non-fatal pedestrian injuries last year.

California has some of the country’s highest pedestrian fatalities and injuries. In California, pedestrian accidents killed at least 893 people and injured 14,000 others in 2013.

Pedestrian accidents are frequently caused by driver inattention, recklessness, or failure to yield the right of way to other vehicles. Having an attorney on your side is critical in a situation like this.

Marin County Fatal Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

Every day in the United States, thousands of people are killed or injured in car accidents. After an accident, a loved one may never know what will happen. Do not bear the burden of a loved one’s death in a pedestrian accident alone.

Experienced attorneys can provide legal and emotional support during this difficult time. It’s understandable that if someone close to you has recently died, they’d be more vulnerable to insurance scams. Consult an attorney right away to ensure that your legal rights are protected.

Assume you or a family member has been injured in a pedestrian accident. In that case, our Marin County pedestrian accident lawyers at Arash Law will fight for your rights and assist you in collecting the compensation you are legally entitled to. Those who have lost a loved one as a result of someone else’s negligence can file lawsuits against negligent parties.

Arash Law has the experience and knowledge to get the job done quickly and efficiently. To speak with one of our knowledgeable lawyers about your legal matter, fill out our intake form or call (888) 488-1391.