[08-17-2022] Sacramento County, CA – Pedestrian Killed in a Crash on Florin Road

According to authorities, a pedestrian was killed after being hit by a vehicle on Wednesday, August 17, 2022.

The accident happened on Florin Road near Stockton Boulevard.

According to police, Florin Road and 65th Street are both closed.

The crash is under investigation.

Pedestrian Accident Statistics

The most frequent occasion for pedestrian-vehicle accidents, when automobiles and people on foot collide, is when pedestrians attempt to cross a street. It’s interesting to note that pedestrian-vehicle accidents happen almost as frequently at traffic signal crossings as at places without.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that in 2019, motor vehicle crashes resulted in 5% of injuries and 20% of fatalities among pedestrians. Since 2010, the number of pedestrian fatalities in cities has climbed by 62%.

According to the Sacramento Police Department, at least 16 pedestrians died in traffic accidents in Sacramento in 2021, which is an increase over the previous three years.

Due to the lack of protection that pedestrians have in the event of an accident, pedestrian accidents are different from other forms of accidents. Vehicles are significantly heavier and more powerful than pedestrians. Thus, in an accident, the person on foot will suffer the most serious injuries.

Sacramento County Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

Accidents involving pedestrians can result in severe injuries, and the associated medical bills and lost wages can be overwhelming. You need someone who will stand up for you, advise you, and fight for you.

Our Sacramento County pedestrian accident lawyers at Arash Law can assist you in staying one step ahead of the insurance provider or responsible party and avoiding mistakes that might compromise your claim.

Our attorneys will prepare your case as if it were going to trial, even though most pedestrian accidents are resolved outside of court. We are well-prepared to win at the negotiating table or, if required, in the trial because we are taking these additional actions at the forefront of your case. You can contact our team at (888) 488-1391 or email us to schedule a FREE evaluation of your case.