[07-31-2022] Alameda County, California- Pedestrian Killed in DUI Crash, Driver Arrested

According to the Dublin Police, an SUV struck and killed a woman walking in the middle of a Dublin street on Sunday evening, July 31, 2022.

According to the authorities, the incident occurred around 10 p.m. along the 6200 block of Dougherty Road, just north of Dublin Blvd., The pedestrian was walking in the southbound lanes when a Chevrolet SUV struck her.

Despite the efforts of Alameda County Fire Department crews and medics, the woman was pronounced dead.

Giovanni Fissore, 42, the SUV driver, remained at the scene and was later arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol.

The victim’s identity was withheld until the county coroner’s office could notify her family.

If you witnessed the accident, please contact Dublin Police at 925-833-6638.

FATAL PEDESTRIAN ACCIDENT STATISTICS

A pedestrian hit by a car is more likely to die or sustain serious injuries. In a car-on-car collision, pedestrians are not protected.

Walking-related fatalities and injuries are on the rise on American roads. Pedestrian accidents have been the leading cause of traffic fatalities for many years.

According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, peer fatalities increased by 27% between 2007 and 2016, while other traffic-related fatalities decreased by 14%. (GHSA).

In 2017, 5,977 people died while walking in the United States. According to the most recent statistics, 88 people die every minute.

In 2017, there were 137,000 hospitalizations due to non-fatal pedestrian injuries.

A recent study found Californian pedestrians are at a higher risk of injury or death than their counterparts in other states.

Last year, over 14,000 people were injured in pedestrian accidents in California, and 893 people were killed.

Driver errors, such as speeding or failing to yield, are frequently blamed for pedestrian fatalities and injuries. In any legal proceeding, you must have a skilled attorney.

ALAMEDA COUNTY PEDESTRIAN ACCIDENT LAWYERS

Drivers should exercise caution even if pedestrians are not in a marked crosswalk. Pedestrians must always have the right of way at all intersections, to the extent permitted by law. Any traffic laws broken by the driver who struck the pedestrian will be investigated.

Those responsible for the death of a loved one may be made to pay for their actions through a wrongful death lawsuit. Compensation for mental anguish lost wages, and even funeral expenses are examples of compensatory damages.

To the greatest extent permitted by law, we take all reasonable steps to protect our client’s rights. Arash Law’s Kern Alameda County pedestrian accident attorneys will fight for the victims’ legal claims for compensation.

The number of traffic accidents could be reduced if negligent drivers were held accountable for their actions.

We are widely regarded as the best car accident lawyers in California. We offer free consultations regardless of where a person lives in California. To speak with one of our knowledgeable attorneys, please call (888) 488-1391.