Male Pedestrian Seriously Injured In Santa Clara Car Accident On Montague Expressway
SOUTH BAY, CALIFORNIA (November 26, 2022) – A male pedestrian was seriously injured in a Santa Clara car accident while attempting to cross Montague Expressway.
Santa Clara County officials are saying that the accident took place on Monday morning. A male pedestrian was attempting to cross the roadway when they were hit by a car.
Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help the victim. The pedestrian was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.
A full investigation into the collision remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For Santa Clara Pedestrian Accidents
Thousands of pedestrians are killed or seriously injured every year in the United States. 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.” The vast majority of pedestrian accidents are preventable and due to some amount of driver error. There are a number of steps that drivers should take to avoid collisions.
- Drivers should slow down during periods of reduced visibility.
- Drivers should continuously scan the road ahead of them for hazards.
- Drivers should abstain from alcohol or other intoxicating substances.
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care to avoid pedestrians. Many pedestrian accidents are due to drivers that are speeding. According to California Vehicle Code 22350, no person shall drive a motor vehicle at a speed greater than would be safe or reasonable given the prevailing conditions of the roadway. Even driving the speed limit could be considered unsafe during periods of inclement weather. Victims of pedestrian accidents tend to suffer very serious and costly injuries including:
- Broken bones
- Head injuries
- Lacerations
- Spinal cord injuries
Any person that is injured due to the negligence of another driver may have legal recourse through a bodily injury claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover many of the expenses that can come with a serious collision. Many accident victims may not realize the full extent of their injuries for several weeks or months after a collision. A pedestrian accident attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A South Bay Pedestrian 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. There needs to be a thorough investigation into what happened.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured due to the negligence of another 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 to recover. Whether you just have legal questions or need a free, independent investigation into any collision we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
