[06-20-2022] Fresno County, CA – One Person Critically Injured in Pedestrian Crash in Clovis

A pedestrian is in critical condition and hospitalized after being struck by a car in Clovis on Monday, June 20, 2022.

The crash occurred shortly after 9:00 p.m. on Herndon and Sunnyside Avenues.

Authorities detained 44-year-old David L. on suspicion of DUI even though he remained on the scene and was assisting the investigation.

He was booked into the Fresno County Jail.

There are no other details available.

The crash remains under investigation.

Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Pedestrians are frequently and tragically killed in car accidents. A pedestrian is not protected in the event of a car-on-pedestrian accident.

Since 2007, the number of pedestrians killed and injured in the United States has increased significantly, according to a study. More people are dying on the roads because of pedestrian accidents.

According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, the number of pedestrian deaths rose by 27% between 2007 and 2016, despite a 14% decrease in other traffic-related deaths.

There were 5,977 pedestrian deaths in the United States in 2017. According to the most recent data, an estimated 88 deaths per minute.

There were more than 137,000 non-fatal pedestrian injuries over the year.

According to a recent study, there appears to be a greater risk of injury or death for pedestrians in California than in other states.

Nearly 800 people were killed in pedestrian accidents in California last year, according to the state’s Department of Motor Vehicles.

Drivers who speed or fail to yield frequently result in the death or injury of pedestrians. Any court case necessitates the presence of an experienced lawyer on your side.

Fresno County Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

Drivers must take extra precautions to avoid colliding with pedestrians if there is no clearly marked crosswalk. Except in the most extreme of circumstances, this rule should not be broken. The car driver that struck the pedestrian will be investigated to see if they broke any traffic laws.

If a loved one’s death was caused by a member of one’s own family, that person could be held accountable. An attorney can help determine if you are eligible for damages for things like physical and mental anguish, loss of earnings, and even funeral expenses.

We must ensure that their legal rights are fully safeguarded at all times in order to properly represent our clients. Our Fresno County pedestrian accident lawyers at Arash Law are here to help if you or a loved one has been injured in a pedestrian accident.

If only everyone on the road was responsible, we could save a lot of innocent lives. If you’ve been in a car accident, contact Arash Law immediately.

We have a proven track record of success as one of the state’s top car accident law firms. You can call us at (888) 488-1391 to speak with one of our experienced attorneys.