El Camino Avenue Hit-and-Run Injures Pedestrian at Intersection
A hit-and-run resulting in injuries was called into police by the pedestrian who was struck in North Sacramento on June 26. The accident was reported around 9:38 in the evening at the intersection of El Camino Avenue and Ethan Way in the Arden-Arcade area. In addition to officers with the California Highway Patrol (CHP), Sacramento police officers and emergency responders arrived at the hit-and-run accident scene.
Driver Sought in Hit-and-Run
No data was issued on the extent of injuries to the pedestrian or whether the patient was taken to a hospital or treated at the scene. The accident is currently under investigation to find out what happened and to locate the fleeing driver.
Pedestrians and Accident Injuries
Pedestrian collisions caused by motor vehicles result in serious injuries and fatalities. The extent of injury is often related to the speed of the vehicle, its size and height, and the pedestrian’s age and height. Older people and children often suffer serious trauma. According to the American Automobile Association Foundation, 10 percent of all pedestrians struck by a motor vehicle traveling at 16 mph will suffer a serious injury. The risk of serious injury increases with the speed of the vehicle that strikes them. By the time a vehicle is moving at 58 mph, the pedestrian has a 90-percent chance of dying.
Injuries Commonly Suffered in a Pedestrian/Motor Vehicle Accident
Following are some of the most common injuries caused by a collision involving a hit-and-run driver and a pedestrian. The extent of injuries often depends on other factors involved. Injuries may include:
- Bone fractures: In a study of broken bones in pedestrians caused by motor vehicle accidents, fractures of the shinbone, pelvis, and femur represented the most common types. Most were caused by the direct blow of the vehicle against the pedestrian.
- Lacerations: Some lacerations can be deep or affect the pedestrian’s appearance, requiring stitches or plastic surgery to repair.
- Traumatic head injuries: Whether the person on foot is struck in the head directly by the vehicle or thrown into the air, TBIs are often serious conditions and can cause permanent damage.
- Spinal cord damage: Injuries to the spinal cord can be among the most serious. They can range from pain and difficulty in movement to partial or complete paralysis.
- Abdominal trauma: Internal bleeding or damage to an organ can be life-threatening, requiring emergency treatment and surgery to repair.
Seeking Help Following a Pedestrian Injury Accident
In addition to mounting medical bills, an injured pedestrian may be unable to work and lose wages, as well as the pain and suffering caused by the accident. Our injury attorneys have helped numerous pedestrians over the years to obtain the compensation they deserve. In this way, the injured party can concentrate on recovering with peace of mind knowing they face no financial loss.
Calling a personal injury lawyer for advice can be a positive move. The lawyer can answer all your questions, tell you whether you can pursue a claim, and what options are open to you to recover fair compensation.
Personal Injury Lawyer in Sacramento
My name is Ed Smith. I am a personal injury lawyer in Sacramento here to offer you free and friendly advice if you were injured by a negligent driver or other entity. You can contact me at (916) 921-6400. I can also be contacted at (800) 404-5400, or you can message me online.
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