[10-12-2020] Los Angeles County, CA – Pedestrian Injured After a Hit-and-Run Accident in Newhall, Santa Clarita

An unidentified pedestrian was injured after getting struck by a hit-and-run driver at an intersection in Newhall on Monday night, October 12.

[10-12-2020] Los Angeles County, CA - Pedestrian Injured After a Hit-and-Run Accident in Newhall, Santa ClaritaAccording to the Los Angeles County Fire Department’s initial reports, the accident happened at around 7:10 p.m. in the area of Railroad Avenue and 8th Street. The pedestrian was struck in the intersection by a passing vehicle for unclear reasons. How the collision occurred, and the reason why it happened has not been established.

Emergency personnel immediately responded to the scene to assist the victim. He was taken to an area hospital for further treatment. The drive did not stop to render aid and fled the scene. Authorities describe his car as a possibly damaged red Ford Mustang.

Additional details about the accident are limited at the moment.

Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accident Investigation is Underway

Local authorities are currently investigating the case.

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.

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 Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accidents in Los Angeles County

It can be quite challenging to deal with injuries caused by hit-and-run accidents as it can disrupt all aspects of life, such as family, work, and finances.

Pending the official investigation results, the victims are entitled to pursue a personal injury claim with their attorney’s assistance. The victims will demand financial compensation for their medical expenses, lost earnings, emotional trauma, and pain and suffering through the personal injury claim.

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