[06-26-2023] Kern County, CA – Pedestrian Injured After Being Struck by Vehicle Along Highway 58

A pedestrian was injured after being struck by a vehicle along Highway 58, Kern County, on Monday evening, June 26, 2023.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred around 8:26 p.m. in the westbound lanes of Highway 58 near Mount Vernon Avenue.

The victim reportedly sustained major injuries. Information on both the victim and the driver is unavailable at the moment.

Further details about the crash have yet to be released by the authorities.

Aggressive Pedestrian Accident Attorneys in Kern County

In California, all pedestrians are entitled to the same level of safety as drivers and bikers. You may be entitled to financial compensation if a driver’s negligence harmed you as a pedestrian.

During your free consultation, we will assess your case and recommend the following actions while considering all factors affecting your settlement offer.

You can count on our aggressive Kern County pedestrian accident attorneys 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.

Set up a free consultation with one of our attorneys by calling (888) 488-1391 or completing our “Do I Have a Case?” form.

What to Do After a Pedestrian Accident

After a car accident, you may have trouble thinking clearly. Your actions and statements at the accident scene will significantly impact the outcome of your claim. 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.
• An attorney 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

Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Recently, pedestrian deaths and injuries have increased in the United States.

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%.

It was reported that 5,977 pedestrians were killed in the United States in 2016. 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.

Most pedestrian accidents occur when cars fail to yield to pedestrians or stop suddenly. You should consult an attorney specializing in such cases if you decide to pursue your case in court.