Merton Lyon Died In Lincoln Hills Pedestrian Accident On Violet Lane
LINCOLN HILLS, CALIFORNIA (September 30, 2022) – A 93-year-old pedestrian identified as Merton Lyon has tragically died in a Lincoln Hills car accident on Violet Lane.
Placer County officials are saying that the accident took place around 7:36 a.m. on Tuesday. Merton Lyon was crossing the road when he was hit by a vehicle.
Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help the victim. Despite life-saving measures, Merton Lyon died as a result of his injuries.
There are few other details released so far about the accident. A full investigation remains ongoing at this time.
Liability In Lincoln Hills Pedestrian Accidents
Thousands of people are killed or seriously injured every year in pedestrian collisions. According to the Centers for Disease Control, “More than 7,000 pedestrians were killed on our nation’s roads in crashes involving a motor vehicle in 2020. That’s about one death every 75 minutes.” The vast majority of pedestrian collisions are totally preventable. There are many factors that could contribute to pedestrian accidents.
- Distracted driving
- Inclement weather
- Driver fatigue
- Poor road conditions
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid hitting pedestrians. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code 21950, the driver of any vehicle shall yield the right of way to any pedestrian that is crossing the road in any marked or unmarked crosswalks. If a driver fails to reduce their speed to avoid hitting a pedestrian, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. Victims of pedestrian accidents tend to suffer very serious injuries including:
- Broken bones
- Lacerations
- Spinal cord injuries
- PTSD
The family of any person that is killed in a car accident may have legal recourse through a bodily injury claim. Damages can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. It is important that all evidence is properly preserved after a car accident. Evidence is what will ultimately be used to determine liability.
Investigating A Lincoln Hills Pedestrian Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our deepest condolences to the family of Merton Lyon. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to police. There needs to be some accountability for what happened.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Lincoln Hills pedestrian accident? Our team of pedestrian safety advocates are here to answer any questions that you may have. We care deeply that accident victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. Whether you just have legal questions or need a free, independent investigation into an accident we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
