Motor Vehicle Accident Injures Two Pedestrians Near De Long Avenue
A motor vehicle accident in Novato recently caused injuries involving two pedestrians. The accident was reported by the Novato Police Department around 6:00 p.m. near De Long Avenue and Redwood Boulevard. Both of the walkers were transported to a hospital for the treatment of major to moderate injuries.
Driver Remains at Scene of Serious Motor Vehicle Accident
Police officers stated that the driver remained at the pedestrian accident scene and was cooperating with the investigation into the cause of the collision. The driver was also transported to a hospital with unreported injuries. According to their investigation, the driver was going west along De Long Avenue and lost control of the vehicle before turning onto Redwood Boulevard northbound.
Information Sought in Pedestrian Injury Accident
The roadway was shut down to traffic for around an hour as the investigation was conducted. Neither speed nor impairment appeared to factor into the cause of the crash. Those who have any information about the motor vehicle accident are asked to contact Sgt. Reza Pourfarhani either at [email protected] or by calling (415) 897-4361.
Negligence by Drivers That Can Lead to a Pedestrian Accident
There are many ways a driver can be negligent and cause a motor vehicle accident involving a pedestrian, such as the following:
- Failing to yield the right-of-way: Drivers who fail to yield the right-of-way when they should, such as when a pedestrian is crossing an intersection on a green light or in a crosswalk, can cause serious accidents.
- Driving through a red light or stop sign: Another common cause of a pedestrian accident is when a driver fails to obey posted traffic signals. Drivers who run red lights or stop signs can strike pedestrians as they cross the street or collide with them while making a turn.
- Distracted driving: Pedestrian accidents are also often caused by distracted drivers, such as those who are texting, talking on their cell phones or fiddling with the radio while behind the wheel.
- Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs: Drivers impaired by drugs or alcohol pose a serious threat to pedestrians and often cause devastating accidents.
- Speeding: Excessive speed is one of the most common causes of pedestrian accidents as it decreases a driver’s ability to stop in time if someone on foot suddenly appears.
When a motorist is negligent and causes injuries to a pedestrian, the walker may be able to place a personal injury claim against them. Your injury lawyer can determine what type of negligence caused your accident and hold the driver or other entity responsible. This allows the injured person to recover the cost of their medical expenses, and unpaid time away from work and reimburse them for their pain and suffering.
Novato Personal Injury Lawyer
I’m Ed Smith, a Novato personal injury lawyer. Everyone in the family is impacted when someone suffers an injury. Medical expenses, lost wages, and other losses are all borne by the entire family. It is possible that an injured person can recover damages if the accident was caused by a negligent driver. You can reach us at (415) 521-2515 or (800) 404-5400 for free and friendly advice. We are also available online. During a free virtual or in-person consultation, one of our accident attorneys can review your case and explain your options for recovering compensation.
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