[07-20-2022] Lake County, CA- 43-year old Pedestrian Killed in DUI Crash in Clearlake

According to the Clearlake Police Department, a pedestrian was killed after being struck by a DUI driver on Wednesday, July 20, 2022.

The police reported that the crash occurred on Highway 53 at 18th Avenue in Clearlake and claimed the life of 43-year-old Clearlake resident James Torrey Jr.

The collision involved a Toyota Tacoma driven by James Nielsen, 27, who was reportedly under the influence of alcohol.

Torrey suffered major injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene, while Nielsen suffered minor injuries.

Officers arrested Nielsen on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol and vehicular manslaughter as a result of the investigation and based on probable cause.

According to jail records, he was booked into the Lake County Jail and released later that day.

FATAL PEDESTRIAN ACCIDENT STATISTICS

Pedestrians are frequently, and often fatally, the victims of car accidents. A pedestrian is unprotected in the event of a vehicle collision.

According to a new study, pedestrian deaths and injuries in the United States have increased dramatically in recent years. The number of pedestrian deaths has risen dramatically in recent decades.

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

In the United States in 2017, 5,977 pedestrians were killed. According to the most recent statistics, 88 people are killed every minute.

As a result of non-fatal pedestrian injuries, a total of 137,000 people were injured.

A recent study found Californian pedestrians are more likely to be injured or killed than their counterparts in other states.

Last year, there were over 14,000 pedestrian accidents in California, resulting in the deaths of nearly 800 people.

Drivers who speed or fail to yield frequently cause pedestrian deaths and injuries. Every court case necessitates the presence of an experienced attorney.

LAKE COUNTY PEDESTRIAN LAWYERS

Drivers should exercise extreme caution to avoid colliding with pedestrians in areas where there is no marked crosswalk. Except in the most extreme cases, this rule should have no exceptions. An investigation will be conducted to determine whether the driver who struck the pedestrian violated any traffic laws.

If the driver is under the influence of alcohol, he may face criminal charges. You could be compensated for your pain and suffering, lost wages, funeral costs, and loss of life of your loved one.

At Arash Law, we always ensure that all of our client’s legal rights are protected at all times.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a pedestrian accident, our Lake County pedestrian accident lawyers at Arash Law are here to help.

It’s possible that fewer innocent people would die if there were more responsible drivers on the road. If you’ve been in a car accident, contact Arash Law as soon as possible.

If you’ve been injured in a car accident and need a top California attorney, we’ve got you covered. For a free consultation with one of our experienced attorneys, call (888) 488-1391.