Canyon Country, CA (November 17, 2023) – At least one person suffered major injuries on Tuesday, November 14th, after a serious pedestrian accident on Golden Triangle Road in the Canyon Country area of Los Angeles County, California. According to police reports the accident took place at 3:14 p.m. near the intersection with Ruether Avenue.
The Los Angeles County Fire Department reported that a vehicle on Golden Triangle struck a crossing pedestrian in the 20600 block. The cause of the accident or why the pedestrian was in the road are still unclear.
Have you or someone you know been injured in an accident? We are here to talk about your options: contact us
Firefighters from the LAFD arrived at the scene by 3:27 p.m. and found the pedestrian who was injured and down in the roadway. They transported them to the local hospital, where their condition is uncertain.
Police are investigating the pedestrian accident on Golden Triangle Road in order to learn more about what happened.
Liability In Los Angeles County 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 The Pedestrian Accident on Golden Triangle Road
We at Accident News Now extend our condolences to the pedestrian injured in this incident, and wish them a speedy recovery. Any person that may have information about what happened should reach out to police. There needs to be some accountability for what happened.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a car 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.