Fresno Pedestrian Crash Involved Medical Emergency
A man was involved in a pedestrian crash when he suffered a medical emergency while driving and crashed into a pedestrian on the night of Thanksgiving, according to the Fresno Police Department (Fresno PD). The pedestrian accident occurred shortly before 9:30 p.m. in the area of Jackson Avenue and White Avenue. Officers from Fresno PD said the driver allegedly suffered from a stroke, which caused him to lose control of his vehicle and collide with a pedestrian. The vehicle came to a rest after striking a wall surrounding a water treatment at the pump station. The pedestrian suffered serious injuries in the incident. No further details on the car-pedestrian accident were immediately available.
What are the Most Common Causes of Car-Pedestrian Accidents?
A driver has a duty to operate their vehicle responsibly and safely. This includes following the rules of the road. Even a momentary distraction or a lapse in judgment may lead to a catastrophic or fatal crash. Drivers often fail to see a pedestrian on the road until it is too late since they are less visible than vehicles. The top causes of Fresno pedestrian accidents include:
- Distracted driving
- Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- Failing to yield the right of way to pedestrians
- Left-hand turns
- Not looking for pedestrians when reversing
- Speeding
Those hurt in a Fresno pedestrian accident may seek compensatory damages against the driver responsible for their injuries and losses incurred. At our law firm, our team of Fresno personal injury attorneys can help you recover the fair compensation you need to get your life back on track after a car-pedestrian accident.
Types of Financial Compensation in a Personal Injury Case
Determining the value of a personal injury claim for a pedestrian accident is not always straightforward as it generally depends on the underlying facts and circumstances of the incident. Our Fresno personal injury attorneys can look over the facts of your pedestrian accident and consult with expert witnesses to calculate the value of your injuries and losses incurred. The value of a pedestrian accident case may depend on the economic and non-economic damages involved, which generally include:
- Costs of all medical treatment received to date
- Estimated future medical expenses related to the pedestrian injury
- Lost wages from missed time at work
- Estimated future lost earnings for a catastrophic pedestrian injury
- Loss of consortium for damage to marital relationships
- Physical pain and emotional suffering
- Other losses related to the pedestrian accident
For additional information on the personal injury claims process for a pedestrian accident, watch the video below.
How a Personal Injury Attorney Can Help After a Pedestrian Accident
While pedestrian accidents are often the result of driver negligence, it is not uncommon for drivers to claim that a pedestrian shared liability for the incident. Under comparative fault laws in California, the pedestrian would receive a portion of the personal injury compensation awarded to them based upon the percentage of negligence assigned to them. That is why it is essential with an experienced injury lawyer who knows how to overcome the defense tactics negligent drivers and insurance companies use to place blame on injured pedestrians after an accident.
With the guidance and legal representation of our Fresno personal injury lawyers, we will seek full and fair compensation for your personal injury damages, employ extensive resources for investigating your pedestrian accident, and representing your best interests in negotiations with the insurance company or presenting your case in the courtroom to a jury. For a free consultation with one of our car accident lawyers, contact our law firm today.
Personal Injury Lawyer in Fresno
I’m Ed Smith, a Fresno personal injury lawyer. Protecting pedestrians from negligent and reckless drivers is a priority for our legal team. The sooner you contact our law firm, the sooner our personal injury attorneys will get to work, gather, and preserve evidence of driver negligence and damages in your case. If you have been hurt in a traffic accident as a pedestrian, call us today at (559) 377-7676 or (800) 404-5400 to schedule a free consultation. Our injury lawyers can review your case and provide free, friendly legal advice on your situation.
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