[01-25-2021] Los Angeles, CA – Fatal Pedestrian Accident in Huntington Park Results in One Death

One unidentified person was killed after a deadly pedestrian accident in Huntington Park on Monday morning, January 25.

According to the local authorities’ initial reports, the accident took place at around 9:45 a.m. at Alameda and Nadeau streets. The unidentified pedestrian was hit by two unspecified vehicles on the roadway.

How the accident occurred, and the reason why it happened has not been established. The pedestrian was killed in the accident.

Additional information about the accident is unavailable at the moment. Local authorities are further investigating the case.

Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Pedestrian accidents often lead to severe injury and even death. This is because pedestrians do not have protection against fatal accidents, unlike passengers of private vehicles and motorcycle riders. Pedestrian accidents often lead to severe injuries and even death to those who are unlucky enough to be involved in such an accident.

Common injuries resulting from pedestrian accidents are head trauma like concussions or brain bleeds, traumatic brain injuries, and many other debilitating injuries. Many pedestrian accident injuries can result in either functional impairments or long-term conditions.

Pedestrians currently make up a large percentage of traffic fatalities in the past 33 years. According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, pedestrian fatalities in the U.S. have increased by 27 percent from 2007-2016, while other traffic-related deaths decreased by 14 percent. Some common reasons for pedestrian accidents are negligent driving, speeding, and drivers failing to yield to pedestrians.

I WAS IN AN ACCIDENT

Los Angeles Wrongful Death Attorney for Victims of Fatal Pedestrian Accidents

According to California law, you must file a pedestrian accident lawsuit within two years of the date of the accident. If you miss the deadline, you are precluded from ever pursuing a lawsuit to recover compensation for the injuries you sustained in a pedestrian accident. You will be precluded from seeking compensation in a lawsuit even if your injuries are severe.

A California wrongful death lawsuit must also be brought within two years of the date of the accident. A family member is precluded from bringing a wrongful death lawsuit if it is not filed within that time period. This is why it is essential to file a wrongful death claim as soon as possible. The victim’s family may seek the assistance of an experienced attorney when filing for a claim.

Our lawyers from Arash Law are available 24/7 to help. A pedestrian accident lawyer from Arash Law will help you stay one step ahead of the insurance company or responsible party and avoid mistakes that would jeopardize your claim. Our attorneys will also perform an immediate investigation to gather evidence while it is still available. We can also handle talks with the insurance company, calculate your damages, and use proven legal strategies during settlement negotiations and potential litigation.

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