[01-29-2022] Butte County, CA – Fatal Pedestrian Accident in Chico Results in One Death

One unidentified pedestrian was killed after getting struck by a car in Chico on Saturday evening, January 29, 2022.

The fatal accident occurred on Notre Dame Boulevard near Raley’s in Chico at approximately 6:35 p.m.

The unidentified pedestrian was pushing a shopping cart across Notre Dame Boulevard when a northbound vehicle suddenly struck him for unclear reasons.

The unidentified male pedestrian was rushed to an area hospital with fatal injuries. Unfortunately, he later succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead.

The driver that struck the pedestrian remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities. Speed and intoxication were not considered as factors in the crash.

An active investigation is currently underway. Anyone that can provide helpful information about the accident is asked to contact the Traffic Division at 530-897-4970.

Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Accidents involving pedestrians are often catastrophic and deadly. In the case of a fatal collision, pedestrians do not have the same level of protection as occupants of enclosed vehicles and motorcycle riders.

In the last 33 years, pedestrians have been responsible for more than half of all traffic fatalities. According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, pedestrian deaths increased by 27% between 2007 and 2016, despite a decrease in other types of fatal traffic incidents of 14%.

California has the nation’s highest rate of pedestrian deaths. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, California has a higher fatality rate than the rest of the country. In 2018, 14,000 pedestrians were hurt, and 893 pedestrians died in California car accidents.

In many of these pedestrian accidents, drivers are distracted, speeding, drunk, reckless, driving in bad weather or the wrong way, or failing to obey traffic laws.

Fatal Pedestrian Accident Lawyers for Victims in Butte County

Drivers are required by law to slow down whether or not a pedestrian is in a marked crosswalk. Pedestrians must be given the right of way at all intersections subject to regulation. It is common for authorities to investigate pedestrian collisions to discover if the driver infringed any traffic regulations.

A wrongful death lawsuit can be brought by the surviving family members of the deceased to seek compensation for the harm caused by the tragedy. Compensation for lost pay, funeral expenses, discomfort, and mental anguish are among the damages that may be given.

To hold the negligent party accountable, Arash Law will vigorously defend our clients’ rights and interests. Arash Law’s Butte County pedestrian accident lawyers have decades of experience in settlement negotiations and litigation to win a case.

Contact Arash Law today to speak with one of our experienced attorneys about your legal needs. Call our hotline (888) 488-1391 or visit one of our offices in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Francisco, Riverside, Orange County, or San Diego for a free consultation.