Motorcyclist Seriously Injured In Kearny Mesa Hit-And-Run Collision Near The Intersection of Clairemont Mesa Boulevard and Kearny Villa Road
KEARNY MESA, CALIFORNIA (January 29, 2022) – A motorcyclist was seriously injured in a Kearny Mesa hit-and-run collision by Clairemont Mesa Boulevard and Kearny Villa Road.
San Diego County police officials are saying that the collision took place around 11:00 p.m. on Tuesday. A motorcyclist was heading through an intersection when they were hit by a vehicle.
The driver that hit the motorcyclist fled the scene and is currently being sought by police. Paramedics were called to the scene in order to help the victim.
He was taken to the hospital with fractured ribs and a fractured left ankle.
Liability In Kearny Mesa Hit-And-Run Collisions
It is illegal for any driver to flee the scene of a collision that results in bodily injury or death. According to California Vehicle Code 20001, “The driver of a vehicle involved in an accident resulting in injury to a person, other than himself or herself, or in the death of a person shall immediately stop the vehicle at the scene of the accident and shall fulfill the requirements of Sections 20003 and 20004.” Victims of car accidents tend to suffer very serious and costly injuries including:
- Broken bones
- Head injuries
- Lacerations
- Spinal cord injuries
Any person that is injured in a car accident 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. In order to win any civil claim plaintiffs will have to demonstrate negligence. A motorcycle 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 Car Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our best wishes to the victim of this accident. The driver responsible for the 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 in a car accident? Our team of motorcycle accident attorneys are here to help in any way that we can. 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.
