Timothy Sheffield, of Sonora, Seriously Injured in Jamestown Car Accident Along Highway 108/49
JAMESTOWN, CALIFORNIA (May 27, 2022) – A pedestrian identified as Timothy Sheffield was seriously injured in a car accident near a Dollar General Store by Highway 108/49.
Tuolumne County officials are saying that the accident took place around 10:00 a.m. on Thursday. Timothy Allen Sheffield was standing by the shoulder of the roadway when he was hit by a Ford Focus making a left turn.
Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help the victim. Timothy Sheffield was flown to Memorial Medical Center in order to receive treatment.
A full investigation into the crash remains ongoing at this time.
Liability In Jamestown Pedestrian Accidents
Car accidents remain one of the major sources of serious injury and death in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control, more than 7,000 pedestrians were killed in motor vehicle accidents in 2020. More than 1/3 of fatal pedestrian collisions involve an intoxicated driver. Generally speaking, small children and older adults tend to be at the greatest risk of being involved in a pedestrian collision. There are a number of factors that could influence the likelihood of pedestrian collisions including:
- Driver fatigue
- Inclement weather
- Distracted driving
- Drug use
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid hitting pedestrians. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code 21950, the driver of a vehicle shall yield the right-of-way to any pedestrian crossing the roadway within any marked crosswalk. When a driver fails to exercise due care and strikes a pedestrian, they could be held at fault through a civil claim. Victims of pedestrian accidents tend to suffer very serious injuries including:
- Broken bones
- Head injuries
- Lacerations
- Spinal cord injuries
Many accident victims may not realize the full extent of their injuries for several weeks or months after a collision. 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 lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. 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 Jamestown Pedestrian Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our best wishes to Timothy Sheffield as he continues to recover. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to police. There needs to be some accountability for the sake of the victim.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Jamestown pedestrian accident? There are a number of laws designed to protect your rights. 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. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
