[03-08-2022] Orange County, CA – One Man Killed in Fatal Pedestrian Accident on Fullerton Street

A man was struck and killed by a vehicle in Fullerton on Tuesday night, March 8, 2022.

According to Fullerton Police Department Lt. Tony Bogart, the collision occurred just after 6:35 p.m. in the area of 2501 E. Chapman Ave., west of the 57 Freeway and near Cal State Fullerton.

The man was taken to the hospital and died as a result of his injuries. His identity was withheld pending notification of his family, and it was unclear whether he was affiliated with the university at the time.

Investigators later determined that the man was crossing northbound across Chapman and the vehicle was traveling westbound on Chapman before the collision near Clarke Avenue, according to a police statement.

According to Bogart, the vehicle’s driver remained at the scene and was cooperating with the police.

There was no evidence that drugs, alcohol, or speed played a role in the collision.

There are no other details available. The investigation was still underway.

Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Pedestrian accidents frequently result in serious injuries and even death for the unfortunate victims.

Pedestrian accidents frequently result in head trauma, such as concussions or brain bleeds, as well as traumatic brain injuries. Functional limitations or long-term conditions are possible outcomes of many pedestrian accident injuries.

A pedestrian’s vulnerability to traffic hazards is much greater than that of a private vehicle. In the event of an accident, they are less protected and less powerful.

Pedestrians have been involved in a disproportionate number of traffic-related deaths over the last three decades. According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, passenger deaths in the United States increased by 27% between 2007 and 2016, while other types of traffic-related deaths decreased by 14%. Negligent driving, speeding, and pedestrians being ignored by drivers are among the most common causes of pedestrian accidents.

Within two years of the accident, a California wrongful death lawsuit must be filed. It is precluded for a family member to file a wrongful death lawsuit after that time period has passed.

Orange County Pedestrian Accident Lawyer for Victims of Fatal Pedestrian Crash

Losing a loved one in a fatal pedestrian accident can be incredibly upsetting and heartbreaking. The family of the deceased has the right to file a wrongful death lawsuit until the results of the official investigation are known.

Our Orange County pedestrian accident lawyers at Arash Law have decades of experience in settlement negotiations and litigation. They know what it takes to succeed in California pedestrian accident claims. Your case is unique, and we will tailor our legal strategy to suit your needs. Before we begin settlement negotiations, our attorneys will gather evidence, speak with eyewitnesses, and possibly consult with expert witnesses.

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Whether you live in Los Angeles, Sacramento, or San Francisco, we’d be happy to come to your home or office and meet you face-to-face. A wrongful death lawyer in California can be reached at (888) 488-1391 for a no-obligation consultation.