[10-06-2022] Riverside County, CA – One Person Injured in Pedestrian Crash in Starbucks at Palm Springs

One pedestrian was injured after being hit by a car in Palm Springs on Thursday, October 6, 2022.

According to Capt. Gunkel of the Palm Springs Fire Department, the accident occurred just after 1:00 pm in a Starbucks parking lot in Palm Springs.

The crews were called to a pedestrian accident. When they arrived, they discovered a pedestrian who might have broken his leg.

The victim was taken to a nearby hospital, where his condition is listed as stable. The pedestrian is now recovering from their injuries.

The driver reportedly lost control of his car and drove onto the sidewalk in front of the establishment, striking the pedestrian.

The police confirmed that drugs or alcohol were not factors in the collision.

The crash remains under investigation.

Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Whenever a vehicle collides with a pedestrian, the outcome is almost always tragic. Pedestrians would be severely injured due to the lack of protection they would receive in the event of a collision between two cars.

The number of pedestrian injuries and fatalities on American roads has increased in recent years. Historically, pedestrians have been the most at risk in car accidents.

The Governor Highway Safety Administration (GHSA) data showed a 27% increase among young adults during that time, while overall traffic fatalities decreased by 14% between 2007 and 2016.

There were 5,907 people who lost their lives as pedestrians in the United States in 2017. According to recent data, 88 people die every minute.

There were 137,000 nonfatal pedestrian injuries that required emergency room visits in 2017.

According to recent studies, accidents and fatalities among pedestrians are at an all-time high in California.

Pedestrian accidents in California resulted in over 14,000 injured, and 893 were killed in pedestrian accidents in California in 2018.

Common causes of pedestrian deaths and injuries include drivers being reckless or not paying attention. You should hire an attorney if you want to increase your chances of winning in court.

Riverside County Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

Even if a crosswalk is not present, pedestrian safety must always be given top priority. In the event of a conflict, pedestrians are always given priority. The driver will be questioned in order to determine whether or not any laws were broken.

A deceased person’s family can file a wrongful death suit to demand justice for their loss. Damages include things like funeral expenses and mental burden.

We always put our client’s best interests first in court. Our Riverside County pedestrian accident lawyers at Arash Law are ready to fight for our clients in order to secure the compensation they need and deserve.

We can reduce the number of accidents on the road by holding reckless drivers accountable.

Contact us at (888) 488-1391 or fill out our online intake form for a free legal consultation with one of our experienced attorneys.