Pedestrian Injured In Los Angeles Tesla Hit-And-Run Collision By The Intersection of Wilshire Boulevard and Francisco Street
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA (December 21, 2022) – A pedestrian was injured in a Los Angeles hit-and-run car accident involving a Tesla by Wilshire Boulevard and Francisco Street.
Los Angeles County officials are saying that the accident took place around 10:45 p.m. on November 11. A pedestrian was crossing in a marked crosswalk when they were hit by a white Tesla.
The driver of the Tesla fled the scene and is currently being sought by police. The pedestrian injured in the crash was taken to the hospital in order to receive treatment.
They obtained a partial license plate for the Tesla which read 8WF023 or 8WFO23. A full investigation into the Wilshire Boulevard crash remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For Los Angeles Hit-And-Run Car Accidents
Los Angeles has one of the highest instances of pedestrian collisions in the United States. According to the LA Times, “The city’s streets are increasingly dangerous for pedestrians in particular, with 486 being severely injured by motorists — a 35% increase over 2020. Pedestrian deaths rose 6% to 128.” There are a number of common causes of pedestrian accidents.
- Speeding
- Inclement weather
- Driver distraction
- Poor road conditions
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care to avoid hitting pedestrians. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code 21950, the driver of any vehicle shall yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian crossing the road in a lawfully marked crosswalk. Even if a driver is outside of a lawfully marked crosswalk, drivers must slow down and take any other action necessary to avoid colliding with the pedestrian. There are a number of steps that should be taken after any hit-and-run collision.
- Surveillance footage should be sought.
- Medical records should be preserved.
- Eye witnesses should be interviewed.
- Fragments of the fleeing vehicle should be sought.
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 actions of a hit-and-run driver may have legal recourse through a bodily injury claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. A pedestrian accident attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A Los Angeles Hit-And-Run Car Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our best wishes to the pedestrian injured in this collision on Wilshire Boulevard. Any person that may have more information about the Tesla driver that fled should reach out to police. The driver responsible for this crash should do the right thing and turn themselves in. It is never too late to do the right thing.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured due to the negligence of a hit-and-run driver? There are a number of laws designed to protect your rights. Our team of consumer safety advocates are here to answer any questions that you may have. We care deeply that accident victims get the medical and financial support that they need in order to recover. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
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