[08-15-2022] Santa Barbara County, CA – Unidentified Pedestrian Seriously Injured After Being Struck by Vehicle on Highway 154

According to the California Highway Patrol, a pedestrian was seriously injured when struck by a vehicle on Highway 154 near Santa Barbara late Monday night, August 15, 2022.

The collision occurred shortly before 10:00 p.m. on westbound Highway 154, south of Foothill Road.

The CHP reports that the involved vehicle was a compact SUV. The pedestrian reportedly ended up underneath the car and sustained moderate injuries.

The victim was transported to Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital by AMR ambulance. There was no information on their name or condition.

The cause of the collision is still being looked into.

Pedestrian Accident Statistics

One pedestrian is killed in traffic every two hours, according to the NHTSA report. Additionally, every eight minutes, a pedestrian is injured by a vehicle.

In the US, there are about 110,000 pedestrian injuries every year. The NHTSA estimates that 6,227 pedestrian deaths occurred in 2018, an increase of 250 over 2017.

In crosswalks, people on foot have the right of way whether the crosswalk is marked or not. Despite having the right-of-way, pedestrians are still required to follow all traffic laws. You must slow down and drive with extra caution when approaching a crossing in order to keep pedestrians safe.

Pedestrians must always follow safety protocols to avoid being hit by a car. Even though there is no guarantee that an accident won’t occur, following safety recommendations significantly lowers the likelihood of being held accountable if one does.

Even though they are cautious and follow all traffic laws, pedestrians are still subject to accidents. Driving defensively presents more of a challenge than walking defensively. When a car is moving quickly, it is much more difficult for pedestrians to run away from danger.

Santa Barbara County Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

Multiple pedestrian collisions may cause long-term problems that make it difficult for people to work. Some injuries can be expensive and challenging to treat.

If you are seriously hurt in an accident, you should prioritize your recovery over seeking compensation. The accident scene, the police report, and the patient files must all be examined by a qualified individual. You might not receive adequate compensation for your injuries if you don’t work with an experienced Santa Barbara County car accident lawyer.

You should avoid speaking with or signing any documents for insurance company representatives, especially if they are speaking on behalf of the driver who hit you. Arash Law advises you to contact one of our skilled Santa Barbara County pedestrian accident attorneys.

To better protect your rights, the attorneys at Arash Law are skilled at working with insurance companies. Allow our attorneys to represent you so that you can focus on your physical and emotional recovery. Please call (888) 488-1391 right away if you would like to discuss your accident with one of our attorneys.