Pedestrian Died In Car Accident While Walking On The San Mateo-Hayward Bridge
SAN MATEO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA (December 31, 2022) – A pedestrian has tragically died in a San Mateo car accident on the San Mateo-Hayward Bridge, according to the CHP.
San Mateo County officials are saying that the accident took place around 11:45 p.m. on Saturday. A pedestrian was walking after exiting from their vehicle.
They were hit by a black Hyundai Elantra and a silver Infiniti G35. Police and paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help the victim.
One driver was arrested on suspicion of DUI. Despite life-saving measures, the pedestrian died due to their injuries.
A full investigation remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For San Mateo County Car Accidents
Thousands of people are killed or seriously injured every year in the United States. According to the NHTSA, “Every day, about 32 people in the United States die in drunk-driving crashes — that’s one person every 45 minutes. In 2020, 11,654 people died in alcohol-impaired driving traffic deaths — a 14% increase from 2019.” Even small amounts of alcohol can negatively impair drivers in the following ways.
- Drivers under the influence of alcohol are less able to stay in their own lane.
- Drivers under the influence of alcohol have delayed reaction times.
- Drivers under the influence of alcohol have difficulty maintaining their speed.
What many people do not understand is that alcohol is not the only substance that could potentially impair them. Any person that causes a car accident while intoxicated may face criminal and civil liability. The family of any person that died in a car accident may have legal recourse through a wrongful death claim. A wrongful death attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A California Car Accidents
We at TorkLaw extend our deepest condolences to the family of the pedestrian that died in this collision. 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’s family.
Do you need more information about a San Mateo County car 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 drunk drivers are held to account for their actions. Whether you just have legal questions or need a free, independent investigation into a collision we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
