[11-01-2022] Los Angeles County, CA – Fatal Pedestrian Collision in Downtown Los Angeles Results in One Death

An unidentified man died after a fatal pedestrian crash involving a car in downtown Los Angeles on Tuesday, November 1, 2022.

The crash happened around 5 a.m. on the transition road from the westbound Santa Monica (10) Freeway to the southbound Harbor (110) Freeway, close to downtown Los Angeles.

According to available information, the male pedestrian was not immediately identified.

While an investigation was being done, the transition road was shut down. The officers spoke with the driver after he stopped at the scene.

Downtown Los Angeles Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

One of the deadliest categories of traffic accidents is pedestrian accidents. This is primarily due to the high risk of fatal injury to pedestrians. After all, in the event of an accident, they are unprotected.

Between 2007 and 2016, the United States saw a 27% increase in pedestrian fatalities, while other traffic-related deaths fell by 14%, according to the Governors Highway Safety Association.

In 2017, there were 5,977 pedestrian fatalities in car accidents in the US. At least one pedestrian collision death occurs every 88 minutes.

Between 2009 and 2018, there were about 7,500 pedestrian fatalities in California.

On its highways, California has the most pedestrian fatalities. The rate of pedestrian deaths in California is more than 25% higher than the national average.

Pedestrian accidents frequently result from careless driving, speeding, and auto drivers who don’t stop for pedestrians.

Downtown Los Angeles Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

Accidents involving pedestrians frequently lead to severe injuries and, in the most tragic cases, fatalities. The victim’s family may be inconsolable in their grief and unsure of what to do next, depending on the specifics of the tragedy.

In most cases, speaking with a knowledgeable pedestrian attorney is the right action. With an attorney’s assistance, one can make a wrongful death claim. But they must finish it as soon as they can.

The insurance adjusters aim to negotiate a low-cost settlement for your claim. Insurance adjusters frequently say that the pedestrian was at fault in the collision to avoid having to pay you. You can conduct an investigation, speak with witnesses, and obtain police documentation with the aid of a pedestrian accident attorney.

Our firm’s South Los Angeles pedestrian accident lawyers are always available to assist with your claim. Our lawyers will launch an immediate investigation to gather information while it is still available. We can also determine your damages, bargain with insurance providers, and use tried-and-true legal tactics in settlement negotiations and potential courtroom conflicts.

Call us at (888) 488-1391 if you have any inquiries or concerns. Additionally, you can schedule a free consultation with one of our experienced attorneys by completing our “Do I Have a Case?” form.