Stockton Fatal Pedestrian Accident Claims Life of Lodi Man

Lodi Man Dies on S.R. 99 in Stockton Fatal Pedestrian Accident

A fatal pedestrian accident occurred late in Stockton on December 22, claiming the life of a 24-year-old Lodi man.  The incident happened just after 11:30 p.m. when the California Highway Patrol (CHP) reported that a minivan struck a person in the southbound lanes of State Route 99 near Armstrong Road. Upon arriving at the scene, first responders observed the man had died and called for the coroner. 

Name of Man in Stockton Fatal Pedestrian Accident to Be Released

The name of the deceased pedestrian has not yet been released as authorities continue their investigation into the circumstances surrounding why the man was on the freeway. The tragic accident remains under review by CHP traffic collision officials. 

Pursuing Compensation for Fatal Accidents

When a loved one dies in a Stockton fatal pedestrian accident caused by a negligent driver, immediate family members might be able to file a claim for wrongful death. This legal action helps seek compensation for their loss and holds the responsible party accountable. An experienced accident attorney can assist in identifying the liable party and establishing how their negligence led to the fatality. 

The deceased person’s spouse and children are the primary individuals who may file the claim. However, in the absence of a spouse or children, close relatives such as parents or siblings may also pursue the claim.

Recoverable Damages in a Wrongful Death Case 

In a wrongful death case involving a Stockton fatal pedestrian accident, the following types of compensation may be pursued: 

• Expenses for the decedent’s funeral, burial, or cremation 
• Loss of household assistance provided by the deceased 
• Loss of nurturing and affection for the decedent’s children 
• Loss of consortium, love, and affection for the surviving spouse 
• Wages the deceased would have earned until their anticipated retirement age 

Proving Fault in Accidents Causing Injuries or Death 

In Stockton, most claims related to injuries or fatalities from accidents caused by another party’s negligence are resolved through the at-fault party’s insurance provider. To pursue a wrongful death lawsuit after a Stockton fatal pedestrian accident, it is critical to establish that another individual’s negligent or reckless behavior directly contributed to the car accident. Attorneys are crucial in investigating the circumstances and compiling evidence to bolster the case. Commonly utilized evidence includes accident reconstructions, witness statements, surveillance footage, vehicle and roadway damage assessments, and police reports.

In the video below, you can hear accident attorney Ed Smith talk about claims for wrongful death:

Stockton Wrongful Death Lawyer

I’m Ed Smith, a Stockton wrongful death lawyer. If your loved one perished in a pedestrian accident due to a driver’s negligence, contact us at (209) 227-1931 or (800) 404-5400 for free and friendly advice on filing a wrongful death claim. Alternatively, you can contact us online if that works better for you. We offer a no-cost case consultation with one of our skilled accident attorneys, which can be conducted virtually or in person. This meeting provides an opportunity to address your questions and explore the options for obtaining compensation for your family.

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Photo attribution: Image by Horacio Lozada from Pixabay

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