[04-07-2021] Los Angeles County, CA – One Person Killed After a Fatal Pedestrian Crash in Hacienda Heights

An unidentified pedestrian was killed after getting struck by a passing vehicle in the Hacienda Heights area on Thursday afternoon, April 7.

The deadly accident transpired at approximately 1:00 p.m. in the 1100 block of South Hacienda Boulevard.

An unspecified vehicle reportedly struck the pedestrian on the southbound lanes of Hacienda boulevard.

How the accident occurred, and the reason why it happened has not been established.

Unfortunately, the pedestrian sustained life-threatening injuries from the accident and was later pronounced dead at the scene.

Local authorities are further investigating the case. They will attempt to determine the factors and the liability in the accident.

Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Pedestrian accidents are unlike other types of accidents just because pedestrians have no protection in an accident. Those who are riding in cars are in vehicles that weigh an average of at least 4,000 pounds and have seat belts and airbags to protect them.

Meanwhile, pedestrians are completely defenseless and vulnerable in the event of someone else’s negligence in the circumstances in which most pedestrian accidents occur.

In 2018, approximately 6,227 pedestrians were killed in the U.S., according to the Governors Highway Safety Administration. This type of accident is commonly caused by distracted driving, negligent driving, speeding, and drivers failing to yield to pedestrians.

Pedestrian accidents in California are becoming a growing concern. California currently leads in pedestrian accident deaths as they have a fatality rate that is 25% higher than the national average.

Wrongful Death Attorney for Victims of Fatal Pedestrian Accidents in Los Angeles

Suddenly losing a loved one due to a fatal pedestrian accident may cause immense pain and emotional trauma to the victim’s family. During this difficult moment, the victim’s family is entitled to pursue a wrongful death claim with their attorney’s assistance. Although their loved ones won’t be brought back to life anymore, they can give their loved one’s justice through the wrongful death claim.

As experienced California pedestrian accident attorneys, we at Arash Law know how to obtain the maximum compensation available under California law for injuries and deaths to pedestrians that have been caused by negligent drivers, truck drivers, bicyclists, or motorcyclists.

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