(Encinitas, CA) Marcos Perez Domingo, 45, was struck while riding a bicycle in Encinitas on January 1. It happened at Encinitas Boulevard and Valley Park Way.
A Hyundai sedan struck Domingo around 6 p.m. Paramedics rushed him to Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla with serious wounds. He succumbed to his injuries there two days later.
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of the victim. We know this is an awfully difficult time as you mourn the tragic and sudden loss of a loved one. If you have any concerns about navigating the legal process surrounding this crash, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us anytime. We are here day and night, ready to ease the burden of this overwhelming and terrible event.
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Liability in an Encinitas Car Accident
California has strict laws when it comes to pedestrians and bicyclists. It’s important to always stop if you have struck a person on foot. Further, the driver of a vehicle that hits a pedestrian can be held liable for negligence if they were somehow impaired during the incident. Authorities consider a variety of factors when determining if negligence played a role in a crash, including:
–Distractions like talking on the phone, texting, engaging with passengers
–Extreme fatigue
–Being under the influence of drugs or alcohol
–Speeding
–Aggressive or reckless driving
Because the driver in this accident remained at the scene and was not found to be impaired, they may not be found liable for this tragic event. This is especially true because the pedestrian stepped into the vehicle’s path. However, the nuances of pedestrian laws could be used to find the driver partially responsible.
Always look out for pedestrians when driving, and as a pedestrian or bicyclist, make sure to pay close attention to vehicles at all times.