Man Seriously Injured In Ramona Car Accident Along Route 67 near Rancho De Oro Drive
RAMONA, CALIFORNIA (November 27, 2022) – A pedestrian was seriously injured in a Ramona car accident while walking on Route 67 by Rancho De Oro Drive.
San Diego County officials are saying that the accident took place around 1:15 a.m. on Monday. A pedestrian was trying 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. They were taken to the hospital in order to receive treatment.
A full investigation remains ongoing at this time.
Liability In Ramona Pedestrian Accidents
Thousands of people are killed or seriously injured every year in pedestrian accidents. According to the National Safety Council, “in 2020 most pedestrian traffic deaths occurred in urban settings (80%), on the open road (76%) versus intersections (24%), and during dark lighting conditions (76%). The largest number of pedestrian deaths occur on Saturdays (1,005), and the majority of these deaths happen during dark lighting conditions (821).” There are a number of steps that drivers should take in order to avoid pedestrian accidents.
- Drivers should slow down in areas with heavy pedestrian traffic.
- Drivers should check their blind spots before making turns.
- Drivers should abstain from alcohol and other intoxicating substances.
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid hitting pedestrians. The vast majority of pedestrian accidents are avoidable and due to some amount of driver error. If a driver fails to slow down and hits a pedestrian, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. Victims of pedestrian accidents tend to suffer very serious and costly injuries including:
- Broken bones
- Head injuries
- Lacerations
- Spinal cord injuries
It is common for victims of pedestrian accidents to suffer very serious and costly 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 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 County Pedestrian Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our best wishes to the pedestrian injured in this Ramona collision. 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 the victim.
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 in order to recover. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
