[11-15-2020] Los Angeles, CA – Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accident at Broadway and Seventh Street Injures One

An unidentified person was seriously hurt after a hit-and-run pedestrian accident at Broadway and Seventh Street on early Sunday morning, November 15.

According to the local authorities’ initial reports, the accident transpired at approximately 6:55 a.m. at Broadway and Seventh Street.

The victim was walking in the crosswalk when he was suddenly hit by a Dodge Avenger that ran a red light.

The driver that hit the victim did not stop to render aid and fled the scene.
The pedestrian sustained significant injuries from the accident. He was taken to an area hospital for treatment.

The suspect was described to be heavyset and wearing a yellow vest.

Pedestrian Accident Investigation is Underway

Local authorities are currently pursuing the hit-and-run driver. Witnesses that can give helpful information about the accident are urged to contact the LAPD’s Central Traffic Division Detective DeHesea at 213-833-3713.

Fleeing the scene after an accident is a crime in itself. Sadly, 11 percent of all crashes involve a hit-and-run driver. There are several reasons why hit-and-run drivers flee the scene. They might be intoxicated or impaired by drugs, face legal difficulties, be uninsured, or be illegal aliens.

Pedestrians are more vulnerable to the dangers on the roadway than a passenger of a private vehicle. Unlike passengers of private cars with airbags and seat belts to protect them, pedestrians do not have any protection that can help them avoid sustaining fatal injuries. According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, approximately 6,227 pedestrians were killed in the U.S. back in 2018, a 250 increase from the previous year.

When facing cases like this, it’s essential to have an experienced Los Angeles County personal injury attorney specializing in hit-and-run accidents to conduct an independent investigation to preserve the evidence better immediately. During the investigation, attorneys need to consider and thoroughly examine all the possible contributing factors of a hit-and-run accident, such as road conditions, signage visibility, and road lighting.

I WAS IN AN ACCIDENT

Personal Injury Attorney for Victims of Pedestrian Accidents in Los Angeles

Sustaining injuries from a pedestrian accident can be quite challenging to deal with. After all, it can potentially disrupt all aspects of the victim’s life, such as family, work, and finances.

The victims may be left in a vulnerable position if they face their case alone. While waiting for the official investigation results, the victims are encouraged to pursue a personal injury claim with their attorney’s assistance. Through the personal injury claim, attorneys can negotiate with insurance companies on behalf of their clients to ensure that they will be fairly compensated.

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