RIO LINDA, CA (AUGUST 3, 2023): A pedestrian was hospitalized with severe injuries following a collision in Rio Linda Wednesday night. According to the California Highway Patrol, the incident occurred shortly after 9 p.m. when two vehicles collided in the area of West Elkhorn and Marysville Boulevards, injuring a pedestrian. The cause of impact remains unknown.
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The extent of the injured as well as their identity remains confidential as of yet. Authorities continue to investigate the nature of this collision.
Liability In Rio Linda Pedestrian Accidents
Thousands of pedestrians are killed or seriously injured every year in pedestrian accidents. According to the Centers for Disease Control, “An estimated 137,000 pedestrians were treated in emergency departments for nonfatal crash-related injuries in 2017. Per trip, pedestrians are 1.5 times more likely than passenger vehicle occupants to be killed in a car crash.” There are a number of factors that could lead to a pedestrian collision including:
- Speeding
- Drunk driving
- Driver distraction
- Inclement weather
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid hitting pedestrians. The family of any victim that died in a pedestrian collision may have legal recourse through a wrongful death claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. A wrongful death attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A Rio Linda Pedestrian Accident
We at Accident News Now extend well wishes to the individual injured in this collision. Any person that may have information about what happened should reach out to police. There needs to be some accountability for what happened.
Do you need more information regarding a Rio Linda pedestrian accident? Our team of personal injury attorneys 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. Whether you just have legal questions or need assistance after an accident we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (844) 966-0965.