[09-14-2022] Sonoma County, CA – 28-Year-Old Pedestrian Man Struck and Killed In Sonoma Valley

According to the California Highway Patrol, a man died when he was struck by a car while standing on the side of a road near a tractor in Sonoma Valley early Wednesday morning, September 14, 2022.

The fatal collision transpired at 1:22 a.m. on Arnold Drive near Olive Avenue.

Officer Jaret Paulson from the CHP said that a 28-year-old man from Sonoma was driving a 2015 Ford north on Arnold, past Olive, at an unknown speed when he hit the person.

The victim, a 28-year-old man from Woodland, was standing next to the driver’s side of a tractor that was stopped on the east shoulder of Arnold, south of Olive.

A 28-year-old man from Vallejo was talking to the victim while stopped in the tractor of a New Holland, pulling a utility trailer.

For unknown reasons, the driver of the Ford let his car drift from the northbound lane of Arnold Drive and hit the back left of the trailer, Paulson said.

The cause of the accident is still being looked into.

Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Over 4,000 pedestrians are killed in car accidents yearly in the United States. According to Patch, there were 470 pedestrian fatalities in California in 2021, up from 460 in 2019 and 463 in 2020.

People can hurt themselves while walking for a variety of reasons. One of the most frequent causes is driver distraction, which includes using a cell phone while driving, driving while intoxicated, and failing to yield to pedestrians in a crosswalk.

Another frequent factor in collisions involving pedestrians is the excessive speed of drivers. If a driver sees a pedestrian crossing the street while going too fast, they may not be able to stop in time. This may cause terrible harm to pedestrians.

Accidents involving pedestrians can result from poor road design. If there are no crosswalks or sidewalks, pedestrians might have to cross the street. This could be hazardous if cars are passing by.

You must head to the hospital immediately if you are hurt while a pedestrian is in a car accident. You might also want to discuss your situation with a lawyer.

Sonoma County Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

Compared to those in a car, pedestrians are less protected from the impact of an accident. Tragically, there are various reasons why pedestrian accidents can result in severe or even fatal injuries.

Accidents involving pedestrians frequently result in severe and occasionally fatal injuries to those involved. Accidents can result in fatalities, severe brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, broken bones, and other life-altering injuries.

You suffer financial loss and physical and emotional harm when you sustain injuries in a pedestrian accident. The driver may cover your medical expenses, mental anguish, physical pain, lost wages, and earning potential.

Our Sonoma County pedestrian accident lawyers at Arash Law can assist you in overcoming your concerns. Our attorneys can explain the law to you and help you develop a compelling case that will increase your chances of succeeding in court.

Our attorneys have years of experience litigating cases and negotiating settlements, so they know what to do in these circumstances. Call us at (888) 488-1391 or complete our online form. We are happy to examine your case without charge.