[01-08-2021] Riverside County, CA – Child Injured After a Pedestrian Accident in Lake Elsinore

An unidentified child was hurt after getting hit by a vehicle in Lake Elsinore on Friday afternoon, January 8.

The accident took place in the 18300 block of Tereticornis Avenue, near 11th Street, at approximately 1:05 p.m. The child was struck by an unspecified vehicle for unknown reasons.

How the accident occurred, and the reason why it happened has not been established. The child was conscious and responsive when emergency personnel arrived at the scene. The victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries from the accident.

The identity and the condition of the child have not been disclosed. It’s unclear whether the driver remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities.

Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Local authorities are currently investigating the case. They will attempt to determine the reason why the driver failed to avoid the pedestrian.

Pedestrians are more vulnerable to the dangers of the roadway compared to passengers of private vehicles. 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.

Hiring a capable pedestrian accident attorney to represent you is highly recommended. Attorneys have the resources that can help them prove the negligence of the liable party. They can utilize their resources to re-interview important witnesses, review relevant surveillance footage from the scene, and obtain phone and texting records of the responsible party.

I WAS IN AN ACCIDENT

Personal Injury Attorney for Victims of Pedestrian Accidents in Riverside County

It can be quite challenging to deal with significant injuries caused by pedestrian accidents as it has the potential to disrupt all aspects of your life, such as family, work, and finances.

When facing cases like this, it’s vital to have an experienced Riverside County personal injury attorney conduct an independent probe and process a personal injury claim. Through the personal injury claim, attorneys can negotiate with insurance companies on behalf of their clients to ensure that they will be fairly compensated.

Attorneys can serve as a reliable legal guide for the victims during this difficult time. They will ensure that their client’s rights and best interests are protected while ensuring that the liable party will be held accountable for his negligence.

Our lawyers at Arash Law are ready to help you. We will actively fight for your rights and ensure that you get the compensation that you deserve. Our firm has been around for decades, with offices conveniently spread throughout California. You are free to pay us a visit at any of our offices in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Francisco, Riverside, Orange County, and San Diego. You may also call us at (888) 488-1391 for a FREE Consultation.