Vehicle Involved in Fatal Vineyard Crash With a Pedestrian

Pedestrian Killed in Fatal Vineyard Crash on Elk Grove Florin Road

A fatal Vineyard crash with a pedestrian occurred on July 9 when the person on foot was struck by a vehicle. The pedestrian who died was identified by the California Highway Patrol (CHP) as a Carmichael resident, age 65. The crash happened along Elk Grove Florin Road near Gerber Road around 10:20 p.m.

Pedestrian Was in the Roadway, Which Led to the Fatal Vineyard Crash

According to the accident report, the pedestrian was in the traffic lanes close to a Walmart Supercenter when they were hit. The pedestrian died at the accident scene. When the man’s family has received notification, his name will be released by the Sacramento County Coroner’s Office. 

Fatal Vineyard Crash Investigation Ongoing

The driver of the vehicle involved in the fatal Vineyard crash was transported to a hospital as a precaution. Information was not released on whether the vehicle driver had suffered any injuries. The CHP traffic accident unit is investigating the cause of the accident.

Negligence in Accidents and Filing a Claim for Wrongful Death

Establishing negligence is pivotal when filing a wrongful death claim after a pedestrian accident. Even if the pedestrian is in a location where they are not supposed to be, motorists are expected to use caution to avoid an accident. Sometimes, this is not possible. 

An injury attorney diligently investigates the incident to determine fault and gathers substantial evidence to support the family’s claim for damages. This process involves scrutinizing police reports, conducting witness interviews, and obtaining surveillance footage, among other investigative methods. 

With the evidence collected, skilled injury lawyers craft a strong case to either negotiate with the at-fault party’s insurance company or pursue legal action in court. Although a vast majority of cases are settled through the at-fault person’s insurance company, in some cases, they balk at paying what the family deserves. In these cases, the evidence that was compiled can be used to take the case to civil court, where it will be decided.

Wrongful Death Recoverable Compensation

Families who lose a loved one in a fatal pedestrian accident due to another’s negligence may be entitled to considerable compensation. The decedent’s surviving spouse, partner, or children typically file the claim. In the absence of a spouse or children, other relatives, like siblings or parents, may step in to file the claim. Recoverable damages can include:

• Reimbursement for funeral and burial expenses
• The deceased’s expected earnings until their projected retirement age, including their insurance and pension benefits, bonuses and others
• Compensation for losses suffered by spouses and children
• The economic value of household chores the deceased performed, which now require outsourcing, such as caring for the lawn, vehicles and preparing the tax returns
• Potentially other forms of compensation depend on the case specifics

Watch this informative video from accident attorney Ed Smith to learn about wrongful death claim

Vineyard Car Accident Lawyer

I’m Ed Smith, your dedicated Vineyard car accident lawyer. Unsafe driving can lead to devastating outcomes. If a negligent driver has caused injury or the loss of a loved one, you might be eligible for compensation. Reach out to us at (800) 404-5400 or (916) 921-6400 for complementary and approachable advice regarding your situation. Alternatively, you can contact us online.

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