LOS ANGELES, CA (JULY 31, 2023): A pedestrian was killed Saturday evening in South Los Angeles just after 10 p.m., according to the California Highway Patrol. The woman was walking near Century Boulevard and Figueroa Street when she was struck by a vehicle traveling in reverse. The vehicle then crashed into several parked cars, damaging the front of a 7-11 convenience store.
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The pedestrian was transported to an area hospital where she succumbed to her injuries. It is unknown if any other individuals were injured. Authorities continue to investigate the nature of the crash.
Liability In Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles Pedestrian Accidents
We at Accident News Now express our condolences to the woman killed in this accident. Any person that may have information about what happened should reach out to police. It is important that people are held accountable for the damage they caused.
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