[02-22-2023] Los Angeles County, CA – One Man Injured in Pedestrian Accident in Long Beach

According to the authorities, a Long Beach Police Department quality-of-life team officer drove over a homeless man’s hand, injuring him, near the San Gabriel Riverbed on Wednesday morning, February 22, 2023.

According to the Los Angeles Police Department, the accident took place at around 10:05 a.m. close to the San Gabriel Riverbed and the eastbound 22 Freeway.

The crash occurred while officers were helping the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works with outreach and postings indicating a future cleanup.

The man’s hand was crushed when the officer ran over it while operating a department vehicle through a region of dense vegetation and debris, according to the police.

According to the police, the man received immediate medical attention from officers until Long Beach Fire Department personnel arrived and took him to a nearby hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Local authorities are still investigating the crash.

Pedestrian Accident Statistics

According to data compiled by the Governors Highway Safety Association, traffic-related fatalities decreased by 14% between 2007 and 2016. At the same time, however, there was a 27 percent increase in pedestrian fatalities. These statistics highlight the increasing threat that pedestrians in the United States face on the country’s roadways.

The Office of Traffic Safety in California funds Pedestrian Assessments while the California Department of Transportation expands roundabouts in cities with high collision rates. These evaluations are founded on tried and true metrics borrowed from the fields of engineering, education, and regulatory oversight.

The state of California has increased funding for pedestrian safety by 40% over the past three years. In addition, now anyone can enroll in the University of San Diego’s Senior Pedestrian course.

What Should I Do After an Accident?

It is critical to alert the proper authorities as soon as possible after a pedestrian accident that may result in serious injury or death. When questioned, it’s essential to respond with facts rather than make your own assumptions. Despite not being at fault, victims may feel they must apologize for whatever happened. Such conduct will be used as evidence against your claim by the insurance company.

A copy of the police report will be provided by the agency that handled the case upon request. You can also fill out the form on our site, and we’ll send the report request in your stead. Your claim will be processed as soon as we receive all the necessary information. If you want us to investigate how strong your claim is, you need to get in touch with us.

Long Beach Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

A pedestrian in the state of California enjoys the same legal protections as a driver, cyclist, or passenger in the event of a serious or fatal traffic collision. If you or a loved one were hurt in an automobile accident that was someone else’s responsibility, you might be eligible to sue for damages through a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit.

Our trusted Long Beach pedestrian accident lawyers at Arash Law, led by Arash Khorsandi, Esq., have extensive experience and accolades advocating for accident victims. Our clients have been awarded compensation totaling $750 million.

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