[12-15-2021] San Bernardino County, CA – Two High School Girls Hurt After a Pedestrian Crash in Redlands

Two high school girls were injured after a pedestrian crash at the Redlands intersection on Wednesday morning, December 15, 2021.

The accident occurred at approximately 7:30 a.m. on Citrus Avenue at Church Street in Redlands.

The two girls were crossing in a crosswalk just outside of their school when they were suddenly struck by a southbound Toyota pickup that was turning left from the southbound church.

Both girls sustained moderate injuries in the crash. They were immediately taken to an area hospital for treatment.

The involved driver remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities. It’s unclear whether intoxication played a role in the crash.

Local authorities are further investigating the cause of the accident.

Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Accidents involving pedestrians are distinct from those involving other modes of transportation in that pedestrians have no protection in an accident. Those who travel by automobile benefit from safety features such as seat belts and airbags.

There is no way for a pedestrian to defend themselves in the event of someone else’s negligence on the road. The number of pedestrian accidents in the United States is on the rise.

According to the data from the Governors Highway Safety Administration, there were 6,227 pedestrian deaths in 2018.

When it comes to pedestrian accidents, California is one of the most dangerous states in the country. Nearly a quarter of pedestrian deaths occur in California compared to the national average. In California alone, more than 14,000 pedestrians were injured or killed in the year 2018.

The most prevalent causes of pedestrian accidents include distracted driving, speeding, drunk drivers, and pedestrians who fail to yield the right of way.

San Bernardino County Accident Lawyers for Pedestrian Accident Victims

It’s easy to ignore the importance of traffic safety, but it’s a critical component of a community that supports various convenient and safe modes of transportation. Despite this, thousands of people in San Bernardino County are killed in road accidents each year, many of which could have been avoided.

It is extremely rare for a pedestrian hit by a vehicle to recover quickly and return to their daily routine. California’s personal injury law recognizes this and protects you if you have been struck by a car.

You need the best personal injury lawyers in San Bernardino if you or a loved one is injured in a traffic accident involving a road rage driver or a rear-end collision, whiplash injuries, catastrophic injury, or worse.

Arash Law’s personal injury attorneys have decades of combined and individual experience in the field. A free consultation can be set up by calling (888) 488-1391 or filling out our online contact form.