[07-17-2022] San Diego County, CA – Two-Vehicle Collision Results One Pedestrian Died in East County

A 28-year-old San Diego resident was struck and died after he exited his vehicle, resulting in a two-vehicle collision on a freeway in East County on Sunday, July 17, 2022.

The accident happened at around 2:30 a.m. on state Route 94 eastbound, west of Spring Street.

According to CHP, the pedestrian got out, was in the No. 1 lane of the freeway, and was pronounced dead on the scene. Once the family is informed, they will announce his name.

The local authorities did not reveal the identity of the 27-year-old driver of the 2013 Hyundai Elantra. He was detained due to suspicion of a DUI.

The crash remains under investigation.

Two-Vehicle Collision Accident Statistics

California has more fatal car accidents than any other state because more residents are there. California does not have the highest traffic fatalities per capita or per mile of vehicle traveled.

Most fatal car accidents result in just one fatality. In 2013, there were 32,719 fatalities nationwide due to 30,057 car accidents. That equals 1.08 deaths per fatal crash.

In California, the average number of fatalities per accident is equal to the national average. The state had 3,000 fatal crashes, with 2,772 deaths or 1.08 fatalities per fatal crash.

Most residents in the populated state of California depend on their cars for daily transportation. When compared to other states, this has a significant impact on the overall number of accidents.

A significant portion of the accidents that happen on the road is your fault as the driver. To a lesser extent, inclement weather and slippery roads contribute to auto accidents.

San Diego County Wrongful- Death Accident Lawyers

The main factor in car accidents in California is driver error. Due to the higher number of drunk drivers on the road at night, driving could increase your risk of being in an accident. Additionally, poor visibility at night can increase the number of collisions.

The victims of numerous vehicle accidents can submit claims for compensation for damages. The victim of an auto accident may receive compensation for losses, including medical costs, vehicle repairs, and lost wages, through a successful claim.

The most difficult death to accept was unexpected, especially when someone else was to blame. The legal professionals at Arash Law could support you if someone close to you passed away unexpectedly due to someone else’s carelessness, wrongdoing, or malicious intent.

Our sympathetic San Diego County wrongful death attorneys can assist you in obtaining the highest amount of compensation allowed by state law.

Let us handle the complex legal processes and protect your rights so you can concentrate on improving. Call us at (888) 488-1391 for a free consultation with our lawyers.