Teenage Girl Died In Buena Park Car Accident With Van Near The Intersection of Western Avenue and Fillmore Drive
BUENA PARK, CALIFORNIA (April 14, 2022) – A 17-year-old girl has tragically died in a Buena Park car accident after being hit by a van near Western Avenue and Fillmore Drive.
Orange County police officials are saying that the accident took place around 6:10 a.m. on Tuesday. A girl was attempting to retrieve her cat when she was hit by a van.
Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help the victim. Despite life-saving measures from first responders, she was pronounced dead at the scene.
A full investigation into the Buena Park collision remains ongoing at this time.
Liability In Orange County Car Accidents
Thousands of pedestrians are killed or seriously injured in car accidents every year. According to the Centers for Disease Control, around 6,000 pedestrians are killed every year. Tens of thousands more are left with serious injuries. Most pedestrian accidents happen in the early morning hours and late evening when visibility is reduced. There are a number of factors that could potentially contribute to a car accident.
- Speeding
- Distracted driving
- Inclement weather
- Driver fatigue
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid hitting pedestrians. Pursuant to California Vehicle code 21950, all drivers must yield the right of way to pedestrians at any marked or unmarked crosswalks. Drivers must also slow down when there are pedestrians nearby. What could be a reasonable speed in one setting may be unreasonable in another. Liability for an accident could extend beyond a negligent driver.
If the driver of a van 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 negligent conduct of their employees – insofar as those employees were working within the course and scope of their job duties. Many vans are used for commercial purposes such as the transportation of goods. Victims of pedestrian accidents tend to suffer very serious and costly injuries including:
- Broken bones
- Head injuries
- Lacerations
- Organ damage
- PTSD
The family of any victim that died in a car accident may have legal recourse through a wrongful death claim. Damages can help cover many of the unexpected expenses that come with the sudden loss of a loved one. A wrongful death attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are. There are, however, statute of limitations associated with civil claims.
Investigating An Orange County Van Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our deepest condolences to the family of the victim that died in this accident. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to police. There needs to be a thorough investigation for the sake of all who have lost so much.
Do you need more information about an Orange County van 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 investigation into an accident we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
