Male Pedestrian Critically Injured In Pacific Beach Car Accident With Intoxicated Motorcyclist Along Garnet Avenue by Everts Street
PACIFIC BEACH, CALIFORNIA (November 15, 2022) – A male pedestrian was critically injured in a Pacific Beach collision with an intoxicated motorcyclist on Garnet Avenue.
San Diego County officials are saying that the accident took place around 1:30 a.m. on Sunday. A male pedestrian was trying to cross the street when they were hit by a motorcyclist.
Paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help the victim. The pedestrian was taken to UCSD Medical Center with major injuries.
Police believe that the motorcyclist was intoxicated when the crash occurred. A full investigation remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For Pacific Beach Motorcycle Accidents
Thousands of pedestrians are killed or seriously injured every year in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control, “Higher vehicle speeds increase both the likelihood of a pedestrian being struck by a car and the injury severity. Most pedestrian deaths occur in urban areas, on roadway locations away from intersections (where higher speeds might occur), and at night.” Even a small amount of alcohol below the legal limit can seriously impact a person’s ability to drive safely.
- Drivers with a BAC of 0.05% have trouble staying in a single lane.
- Drivers with a BAC of 0.05% have trouble concentrating on the road.
- Drivers with a BAC of 0.05% have trouble paying attention to traffic signs.
It is illegal to operate a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code 23152, no driver shall operate a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.04% or higher. If a driver hits a pedestrian while intoxicated, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. Victims of pedestrian accidents tend to suffer very serious and costly injuries including:
- Broken bones
- Head injuries
- Lacerations
- Spinal cord injuries
Many accident victims may not realize the full extent of their injuries for several weeks or months after a collision. Any person that is injured due to the negligence of another driver may have legal recourse through a bodily injury claim. Damages can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. A San Diego pedestrian accident attorney can examine all of the unique facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A San Diego County Motorcycle Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our best wishes to the pedestrian injured in this collision. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to police. This was a preventable tragedy that should not have taken place.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured due to the negligence of a drunk driver? There are a number of laws designed to protect your rights. 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. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
