Two Girls Injured In Fresno Car Accident Near The Intersection of Fresno Street and Alluvial Avenue
FRESNO, CALIFORNIA (January 4, 2022) – Two young girls were injured in a Fresno pedestrian accident in the crosswalk of Fresno Street and Alluvial Avenue.
Fresno police officials are saying that the collision took place around 7:45 p.m. on Monday. Two girls, ages 11 and 13, were walking through the intersection when they were hit by a vehicle.
Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help the victims. They were both taken to a hospital in order to receive treatment.
Liability For Fresno Car Accidents
Pedestrians are uniquely vulnerable in car accidents. They lack the protection of enclosed vehicles and are more likely to be overlooked. According to the IIHS, “Pedestrian motor vehicle crash deaths have increased 59 percent since reaching their low point in 2009 and account for 17 percent of crash fatalities. The rates of pedestrian deaths in motor vehicle crashes per 100,000 people are highest for people ages 20-69.” There are a number of factors that could contribute to a pedestrian accident.
- Poor road conditions
- Inclement weather
- Distracted driving
- Speeding
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care to avoid hitting pedestrians. If a driver fails to slow down to avoid hitting a pedestrian, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. Any person that is injured due to the negligence of a driver may have legal recourse through a bodily injury claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover many of the expenses that come with a serious injury. A pedestrian accident attorney can examine all of the unique facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A Fresno Car Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our best wishes to the two girls injured in this collision. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to police. There needs to be a thorough investigation into what went wrong.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured due to the negligence of another driver? There are a number of laws designed to protect your rights. Our team of pedestrian safety advocates are here to answer any questions that you may have. We care deeply that accident victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
