Pedestrian Critically Injured In Del Cerro, San Diego Car Accident At Windmill Farms Parking Lot
SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA (March 16, 2022) – A pedestrian was critically injured in a Del Cerro, San Diego car accident near the Windmill Farms parking lot.
San Diego County officials are saying that the collision took place around 5:00 p.m. on Saturday. A pedestrian was walking on the sidewalk when they were struck by an orange 2016 BMW I-3.
The BMW was exiting the Windmill Farms parking lot when the crash took place. Paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help the victim.
The pedestrian was transported to the hospital with a skull fracture. A full investigation into the Del Cerro collision remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For San Diego Car Accidents
Far too many pedestrians are killed or seriously injured in pedestrian accidents every year. According to the Centers for Disease Control, “One in six people who died in crashes in 2020 were pedestrians. There were also an estimated 104,000 emergency department visits of pedestrians treated for non-fatal crash-related injuries in 2020.” Cities can take a number of different measures to help prevent pedestrian accidents.
- Cities should study where the majority of pedestrian collisions are taking place.
- Cities should heavily enforce traffic violations likely to lead to pedestrian accidents.
- Cities can introduce traffic calming measures to reduce instances of speeding.
Drivers must exercise due care in order to avoid hitting pedestrians. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code 21950, the driver of any vehicle shall yield the right-of-way to any pedestrian that is crossing the roadway in a lawfully marked crosswalk. When a driver fails to slow down to avoid hitting a pedestrian, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. Victims of pedestrian accidents often suffer very serious injuries including:
- Broken bones
- Head injuries
- Lacerations
- Organ damage
It can be hard to know where to begin after any collision. Any person that is injured in a car accident may be able to seek some measure of justice 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 facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A San Diego Pedestrian Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our best wishes to the pedestrian injured in this Del Cerro collision. It is our sincere hope that they will be able to make a full recovery. Steps should be taken to help make this parking lot safer.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Del Cerro pedestrian accident? Our team of pedestrian accident attorneys 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 questions or need any type of support after a collision we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
