[06-19-2023] San Bernardino County, CA – Pedestrian Fatally Struck by Vehicle in Upland

A pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle in Upland late Monday evening, June 19, 2023.

According to the Upland Police Department, the fatal crash happened around 9:54 p.m. between Foothill Boulevard and Hospital Parkway.

The victim was declared dead at the scene, and his identity remains unidentified.

The authorities closed off the area while conducting their investigations along with the female driver who remained on the scene.

Further details on the fatal crash have yet to be released.

Renowned Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Upland

All pedestrians in California receive the same level of legal protection as drivers and bikers. You may be eligible for financial compensation if a driver’s negligence resulted in injuries sustained while you were a pedestrian.

Our experienced lawyers will assess your case during the free consultation, recommend the following actions, and consider all factors influencing the settlement offer.

You can count on our renowned Upland pedestrian accident lawyers at Arash Law, led by Arash Khorsandi, Esq., who have well-established careers and accolades in advocating for accident victims. Our clients have been awarded compensation totaling $750 million.

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What to Do After a Pedestrian Accident

You could have trouble thinking properly after a vehicle accident. Your actions and statements at the scene of the accident will have a significant impact on how your claim turns out. The following tips may help you avoid reducing your personal injury claim value:

• Call the police after the accident, and make sure the officer creates an accident report.
• Document your injuries, the accident scene, property damage, weather conditions, road conditions, and the vehicle that struck you.
• Take a picture of the driver at fault’s license, insurance card, and license plate.
• Obtain all eyewitnesses’ names, contact information, or anyone who has seen anything.
• Immediately visit a doctor or other healthcare professional and inform them of all affected parts of your body.
• Keep a journal detailing your injuries and recovery. Describe how you feel, the treatment you receive, and the costs you pay.
• A lawyer should be consulted before accepting a settlement offer from an insurance adjuster.
• Stay off social media. Please don’t post about your accident or its circumstances.
• Contact an experienced California pedestrian accident lawyer as soon as possible to discuss your case.

I HAD AN ACCIDENT

Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

The number and severity of pedestrian deaths and injuries in the United States have recently increased.

According to Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) data, the number of traffic deaths as a whole went down by 14% between 2007 and 2016, but the number of pedestrian deaths went up by 27%.

In 2016, there were 5,977 pedestrian fatalities in the US. By the end of that year, 88 people were estimated to be dying per minute. At least 137,000 patients visited hospital emergency departments due to pedestrian injuries in 2017.

In 2012, 893 pedestrians died, and over 14,000 were hurt in California. According to some research, the state has the highest rate of pedestrian deaths and serious injuries.

In most accidents that involve pedestrians, automobiles fail to yield to pedestrians or stop suddenly. The best course of action is to speak with a lawyer who focuses on such matters if you decide to take your case to court.