[09-10-2022] Tulare County, CA – 53-Year-Old Pedestrian Fatally Struck in Porterville

A 53-year-old man was killed after being hit by a vehicle in Porterville on Saturday night, September 10, 2022.

Officers from the California Highway Patrol responded to the scene just after 9:00 p.m. at Conner Street and Springville Avenue.

According to police, the pedestrian, wearing dark clothing, was crossing the street when hit by an automobile.

He was brought to Sierra View Medical Center in Porterville, where he died.

The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators.

The victim’s identity has not yet been revealed.

The investigation is still ongoing.

Pedestrian Accident Statistics

The number of pedestrians killed or badly injured on California’s freeways is rising. More people are walking to work, school, shopping, exercising, and simply enjoying the outdoors. Walking, on the other hand, is becoming increasingly dangerous at a time when we promote it as a healthy, useful, and community-building alternative to driving.

According to official statistics, up to 70,000 pedestrians are killed or injured in the United States each year. For pedestrians, California is the 16th most dangerous state in the United States. Pedestrian deaths in California climbed by 38.4% between 2009 and 2017.

Almost 7,000 pedestrians were killed in vehicle accidents on our country’s highways in 2020. One death occurs every 75 minutes as a result of pedestrian accidents.

Accidents like this occur at the most unexpected moments. When driving near pedestrians, it is important to be cautious, and pedestrians must always be aware of their surroundings when crossing or walking near highways.

Tulare County Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

Accident claims are notoriously difficult to settle or litigate. If you settle your claim without hiring an attorney, the insurance company will most likely agree to pay your medical bills, which will be the matter’s end. However, a case is much more than just the medical bills.

If you were injured in a Tulare pedestrian accident, you should consult with a personal injury attorney. A lawyer can help you recover more compensation than you can, as well as guide you through the process of submitting claims with the motorists’ insurance company.

Arash Law offers a free consultation and case review to Tulare County pedestrian accident victims. They aim to emphasize the clients’ well-being and guarantee that clients are adequately reimbursed for the harm caused by the collision.

Our legal staff is eager to assist you at this difficult time. Call us at (888) 488-1391 or fill out our online intake form to explore your legal options.