Namakal Kannan Died In A Simi Valley Car Accident With Pickup Truck On Alamo Street
SIMI VALLEY, CALIFORNIA (November 19, 2022) – A pedestrian identified as Namakal Kannan died in a Simi Valley car accident by Alamo Street near a crosswalk.
Simi Valley police officials are saying that the accident took place around 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Namakal Kannan was crossing the road near a crosswalk when he was hit by a Ford F-150 pickup truck.
Paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help the victim. Despite the best efforts of first responders, Namakal Kannan died as a result of his injuries. A full investigation into the crash remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For Simi Valley Pedestrian Accidents
Far too many people are killed or seriously injured in pedestrian accidents every year. 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.” Senior citizens and young children are the age groups most likely to be involved in pedestrian collisions. 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 or other intoxicating substances.
- Drivers should continuously scan the road ahead of them for hazards.
All drivers have a legal obligation to obey traffic regulations and exercise due care to avoid collisions. Many car accidents are due to drivers that are speeding. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code 22350, no person shall drive a motor vehicle at a speed greater than is reasonable or prudent given the prevailing conditions of the roadway.
Many pickup trucks are used for commercial purposes. If the driver of a pickup truck was working at the time of a collision, the company that they were working for could be held at fault. Generally speaking, companies are liable for the wrongful actions of their employees – insofar as those employees were working within the course and scope of their job duties. There are a number of steps that should be taken after a car accident.
- Eye witnesses should be interviewed.
- Medical records should be preserved.
- A thorough, independent investigation should be conducted.
The family of any person that is killed in a car accident may have legal recourse through a wrongful death claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover many of the expenses that come with the sudden loss of a loved one. In order to prevail in any civil claim, plaintiffs will have to demonstrate negligence. A wrongful death attorney can examine the unique facts of your case free of cost and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A Simi Valley Pedestrian Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our deepest condolences to the family of Namakal Kannan. 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 tragedies like this.
Do you need more information about a Simi Valley 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 a collision, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
