[07-20-2024] Santa Clara County, CA – Pedestrian Killed After Being Struck By Delivery Truck Along Highway 87 in San Jose

A pedestrian was killed after being struck by a delivery truck in San Jose on Saturday afternoon, July 20, 2024.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash happened around 5:45 p.m. along Highway 87, north of Curtner Avenue.

Authorities stated that a pedestrian, whose name, age, and gender were not disclosed, was in the second lane from the left, trying to move across the northbound lanes from the median. Meanwhile, a UPS delivery truck was traveling on the roadway when it struck the pedestrian.

Emergency personnel pronounced the victim dead at the scene. There is no word yet on the identity of the truck driver.

It is unknown what caused the collision, but CHP said the alcohol was not a factor. As of this writing, the fatal crash remains under investigation.

More details on the incident will be disclosed once they become available.

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In San Jose, pedestrians share the same right to safety as drivers and motorcyclists. You are entitled to financial compensation if you have been injured or lost a loved one in a pedestrian accident.

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8 Steps to Take Immediately After A San Jose Pedestrian Accident

It is tough to think clearly after being hit by a vehicle, let alone if you are injured. However, what you say and do at the scene of the crash can significantly affect the outcome of a subsequent claim you file against the at-fault party. These tips may help you avoid doing something that could reduce the value of your personal injury claim:

1. Call the police as soon as the accident occurs and ensure an officer creates an accident report.
2. Take photos of your injuries, the scene of the accident, property damage, the weather conditions, the road conditions, and the vehicle that hit you.
3. Remember also to take pictures of the at-fault driver’s license, insurance card, and license plate.
4. Get the names and contact information of all eyewitnesses or anyone who may have any knowledge about the incident.
5. See a doctor or other healthcare professional immediately, and tell them about any part of your body that was injured or might have been harmed in the accident.
6. Keep a journal about your injuries and the recovery process, detailing how you feel, the treatment you receive, and what costs you pay.
7. Do not speak to an insurance adjuster or accept a settlement offer until you talk to an experienced lawyer.
8. Stay off social media and avoid posting about being in an accident or the circumstances of your accident.

If you’re having trouble securing the accident report from the authorities or an insurer keeps on calling you about the accident, contact our lawyers specializing in pedestrian accident cases immediately so we can assist you in communicating with them.

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Pedestrian Accident Statistics

According to a study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, 7,388 pedestrians were killed in motor vehicle crashes, while about 60,000 pedestrians were injured in 2021.

Deaths from pedestrians increased by 46.2% between 2011 and 2020, while deaths from other traffic increased by 14.4%. The number of pedestrian deaths between 2019 and 2020 has increased by 3.9%, in spite of the fact that there have been 13.2% fewer vehicles on the roads during that same period.

An estimated 2% of crash fatalities were caused by bicyclists, and about 17% were caused by pedestrians. San Jose had approximately 297 pedestrian-related fatalities and injuries in 2023, based on the data provided by the Transportation Injury Mapping System.