Rachel Vargas, 40, of Pomona, Died In West Covina Car Accident On The San Bernardino 10 Freeway By Holt Avenue
WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA (July 10, 2022) – A woman identified as Rachel Vargas has tragically died in a West Covina car accident while walking along the 10 Freeway by Holt Avenue.
Los Angeles County police officials are saying that the accident took place around 12:40 a.m. on Tuesday. Rachel Vargas was walking along the road when she was hit by a vehicle.
The exact make of the vehicle has not been released, but eye witnesses have described it as a pickup truck. Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene in order to help the victim.
Sadly, Rachel Vargas died due to the severity of her injuries. The driver involved in the crash remained at the scene and cooperated with police.
A full investigation remains ongoing at this time.
Liability In West Covina Pedestrian 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 factors that could potentially contribute to a pedestrian collision.
- Drunk driving
- Driver distraction
- Inclement weather
- Driver fatigue
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid hitting pedestrians. A large number of pedestrian accidents are due to drivers that fail to scan the road ahead of them. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code 22350, no person shall drive a motor vehicle at a speed greater than what would be reasonable or safe for the prevailing conditions of the roadway. Even if a pedestrian is in the middle of the road, drivers are expected to do their absolute best to avoid hitting them. Victims of pedestrian collisions tend to suffer very serious and costly injuries including:
- Broken bones
- Head injuries
- Lacerations
- Spinal cord injuries
The family of any pedestrian that is killed in a car accident 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. Sadly, insurance companies will often do everything in their power to deny responsibility for a crash. A pedestrian accident attorney can examine all of the unique facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A West Covina Pedestrian Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our deepest condolences to the family of Rachel Vargas. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to investigators. There needs to be some accountability for the sake of all who have lost so much.
Do you need more information about a West Covina car accident? There are a number of laws designed to protect your rights. Our team of personal injury attorneys 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 more information about an accident we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
