Hit and Run Accident in Roseville Injures Pedestrian
A hit and run accident in Roseville on January 31 seriously injured a pedestrian who was crossing the roadway westbound at Riverside Avenue near Cirby Way. According to the Roseville Police Department, the man was described as age 60 and suffered life-threatening injuries in the Friday night accident. He was found in the median by police officers responding to the call about an accident. The pedestrian was transported by emergency responders to Sutter Roseville Medical Center for treatment.
Public Help Sought to Find Fleeing Driver Who Hit Pedestrian
Security cameras in the area caught the suspected vehicle on tape, and the Roseville police are asking anyone who might have information about the accident or the fleeing driver to call them at (916) 774-5000. The car is believed to be a white Subaru Legacy from the early 2000s or similar vehicle.
Hit and Run Accidents Involving a Pedestrian
In 2019, about half of all Sacramento County hit and runs resulted in pedestrian fatalities. Factors that influence injuries to a pedestrian include the driver’s speed because the faster the vehicle is going, the more serious the trauma caused to the person on foot. The American Automobile Association conducted a study showing that motorists driving 31 mph who strikes a pedestrian will cause injuries to half of them. The risk of serious injuries goes up to 90 percent if the driver is traveling at 58 mph.
Locating a Hit and Run Driver
A pedestrian injured in a hit and run may wonder who will be responsible for their medical bills, lost wages, and other losses as well as the pain and suffering they endured. Our law office has worked with many people who have been injured by a hit and run driver to help them obtain compensation. We have been successful in finding the fleeing driver, but it is important to contact my office as quickly as possible before evidence disappears or is covered up. In cases where the driver is located, they can be held responsible either through a court judgment or through their insurance company. If the driver cannot be located, we can help with other options.
Coverage for Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist
If the driver isn’t found, our office can assist you in collecting financial compensation using the coverage for an uninsured/underinsured motorist. All drivers in California are offered this insurance as an option. If the pedestrian who was injured does not carry uninsured motorist coverage, it can be covered by another household member who carries it. This will not cause the insurance rates to go up and covers injuries in accidents involving motorists or passengers, motorcycle riders, pedestrians, or bicyclists.
Asking a Personal Injury Lawyer for Advice
A personal injury lawyer with experience in handling pedestrian hit and run accidents can assist you in obtaining the compensation you deserve. Our investigators go to the accident site to look for evidence. They check the police report for mistakes, speak to the witnesses, and check for footage from nearby businesses and traffic surveillance cameras. The investigators perform accident reconstruction when necessary to prove that the motorist was at fault for your injuries. Once all evidence has been gathered, our lawyers use it to build a strong case in favor of our client for the recovery of personal injury damages. We can negotiate on your behalf with the insurance company or use it to prepare a case to take to civil court.
Pedestrian Accident Lawyer in Roseville
I’m Ed Smith, a pedestrian accident lawyer in Roseville. If you or someone dear to you was injured in a pedestrian accident, I may be able to help you obtain the compensation you deserve. Contact me for my free and friendly advice at (916) 921-6400. Long-distance callers from elsewhere in Northern California can reach me at (800) 404-5400 or through sending me a message using the online form.
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I’ve worked hard to help Roseville residents get the injury compensation they deserve since 1982 for wrongful deaths, traffic crashes, and traumas such as brain injuries.
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