One Pedestrian Died, Second Pedestrian Critically Injured In San Francisco Car Accident By The Intersection of 24th Avenue and Santiago Street
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA (October 25, 2022) – One pedestrian was killed and another was critically injured in a San Francisco car accident by 24th Avenue and Santiago Street.
San Francisco police officials are saying that the accident took place around 10:52 a.m. on Monday. Two women were crossing the street when they were hit by a vehicle.
Paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help the woman. Sadly, one woman died as a result of her injuries.
A second woman was rushed to the hospital with major injuries. The driver of the car remained at the scene and cooperated with police.
A full investigation into the crash on 24th Avenue remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For San Francisco Car Accidents
California has one of the highest instances of pedestrian accidents in the United States. According to KTLA, “California saw the most pedestrian deaths, with 958 deaths recorded. The figure marks a 6 percent decrease from 2020, when the state reported 1,026 pedestrian deaths, however, giving it the largest decrease in the number of deaths on foot in a year’s time.” There are a number of steps that drivers should take to avoid pedestrian accidents.
- Drivers should slow down in areas with heavy pedestrian traffic.
- Drivers should continuously scan the road ahead of them.
- Drivers should obey all traffic laws.
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid hitting pedestrians. Many pedestrian accidents are due to drivers that are speeding. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code 22350, no person shall drive a motor vehicle at a speed greater than would be reasonable or safe given the prevailing conditions of the roadway. There are a number of steps that should be taken after any pedestrian accident.
- Eye witnesses should be interviewed.
- Medical records should be preserved.
- Surveillance footage should be sought.
- An independent investigation should be conducted.
The family of any person that is killed in a car accident may have legal recourse through a wrongful death claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover many of the expenses that come with the sudden loss of a loved one. Unfortunately, it is common for drivers to deny liability for any crash. A wrongful death attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A San Francisco Car Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our deepest condolences to the family of the woman that died in this crash. It is our sincere hope that the other woman will be able to make a full recovery. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to police.
Do you need more information about a San Francisco pedestrian accident? Our team of pedestrian safety advocates are here to answer any questions that you may have. We care deeply that victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. Whether you just have legal questions or need a free, independent investigation into any collision, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
