[10-20-2021] San Diego County, CA – One Person Injured After a Pedestrian Accident in East Village

A 53-year-old man was seriously injured after a pedestrian crash in the East Village district on Tuesday night, October 20.

According to the initial reports from local authorities, the crash transpired at approximately 7:30 p.m. in the East Village district of downtown San Diego.

The victim was walking in the left turn lane on National Avenue across the yellow double line when a passing vehicle suddenly struck him.

The driver that struck the pedestrian was initially traveling north on 16th Avenue and had just turned left on National Avenue when he hit the 53-year-old pedestrian.

The victim sustained life-threatening injuries from the mishap. He is suffering from a cerebral hemorrhage, skull fractures, and fractures of the upper part of one arm. He was immediately taken to an area hospital for treatment.

Additional details about the accident are unavailable at the moment. The identities of the involved parties have not been disclosed. The case is currently under further investigation.

Pedestrian Accident Statistics

When it comes to traffic accidents, pedestrians are unique because they have no means of protection from oncoming vehicles. Car passengers are protected by safety features such as seat belts and airbags. On the other hand, pedestrians are completely defenseless and vulnerable to harm if they’re struck by a passing vehicle.

Pedestrian accidents in the U.S. are becoming increasingly problematic. Governors Highway Safety Administration estimates that 6,227 pedestrians died on U.S. roads in 2018. Over time, there has been an increase in the number of pedestrians killed or seriously injured on San Diego streets.

As a result of the increasing number of people choosing to walk to and from work, school, shopping, entertainment, and exercise, pedestrian accidents have increased dramatically. A pedestrian accident has a higher chance of severe injury or death than any other type of accident. According to San Diego County statistics, 2018 was the deadliest year for pedestrians in nine years, killing over 100 people, with 15 killed in hit-and-runs.

Personal Injury Attorney for Victims of Pedestrian Accidents in San Diego County

Accidents involving pedestrians frequently result in serious injuries. Pedestrian accidents often result in head trauma, such as concussions or brain bleeds, and traumatic brain injuries and other permanent disabilities. Many injuries suffered by pedestrians can have long-term consequences, such as functional limitations or chronic conditions.

Some injuries are challenging to treat, and doing so can be costly. Pedestrian accident victims have the legal right to seek compensation for their injuries by working with an attorney. Contact Arash Law’s pedestrian accident attorney to stay one step ahead of the insurance company or other party responsible for your injuries.

San Diego pedestrian accident attorneys from Arash Law can help personal injury victims in filing their claims. They can re-interview key witnesses, look at relevant video footage from the scene, and get the phone and texting records of the person responsible for what happened. For a Free Consultation with a California personal injury lawyer, call (888) 488-1391.