Male Pedestrian Critically Injured In University City Car Accident By The Intersection of Genesse Avenue and Campus Point Drive
UNIVERSITY CITY, CALIFORNIA (January 2, 2022) – A male pedestrian was critically injured in a University City car accident by Genesse Avenue and Campus Point Drive.
University City officials are saying that the collision took place around 7:30 a.m. on Thursday. A Prius failed to yield to a pedestrian, according to police.
The male pedestrian was knocked to the ground and seriously injured. Paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help the victim.
A full investigation remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For University City Car Accidents
San Diego County has one of the highest instances of pedestrian accidents across all of California. According to San Diego County officials, “On average, 1,000 pedestrians and bicyclists are hit and seriously injured each year in San Diego. • Pedestrian collisions increased 20% in 2012 and fatalities almost doubled – these numbers have not decreased.” There are a number of steps that drivers should take in order to avoid hitting pedestrians.
- Drivers should slow down in areas with heavy pedestrian traffic.
- Drivers should abstain from alcohol and other intoxicating substances.
- Drivers should check their blind spots before making turns.
The vast majority of pedestrian accidents are avoidable and involve some amount of driver error. Victims of pedestrian accidents tend to suffer very serious and costly injuries. Any person that is injured due to the negligence of another driver may have legal recourse through a wrongful death claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering.
Investigating A San Diego Car Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our best wishes to the person injured in this collision. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to police. It is our sincere hope that steps are taken to prevent other accidents like this.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured due to the negligence of another driver? Our team of pedestrian safety advocates are here to help in any way that we can. 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.
