Male Pedestrian Critically Injured In Union City Car Accident Along Mission Boulevard
UNION CITY, CALIFORNIA (March 21, 2023) – A male pedestrian was critically injured in a Union City car accident along Mission Boulevard, according to police officials.
Union City officers are saying that the accident took place around 8:11 a.m. on Wednesday. A pedestrian was crossing the street when they were hit by a vehicle.
Paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help the victim. The pedestrian was taken to the hospital with critical injuries.
A full investigation into the collision remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For Union City Pedestrian Accidents
Thousands of pedestrians are seriously injured in car accidents every year. According to the Centers for Disease Control, “Most pedestrian deaths occur in urban areas, on roadway locations away from intersections (where higher speeds might occur), and at night.” The vast majority of pedestrian accidents are preventable and involve some amount of human error. There are a number of steps that drivers should take in order to avoid pedestrian accidents.
- Drivers should slow down in areas with heavy pedestrian traffic.
- Drivers should check their blind spots before turning at intersections.
- Drivers should be well rested before heading out onto the road.
All drivers must use caution in order to avoid hitting any pedestrian. If a driver fails to slow down to avoid hitting a pedestrian, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. Any pedestrian injured in a car accident may be able to seek compensation through a bodily injury claim. 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 California Pedestrian Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our best wishes to the pedestrian injured in this collision. It is our hope that they will be able to fully recover. Steps should be taken to prevent other accidents like this.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Union City pedestrian accident? Our team of pedestrian accident attorneys are here for you. We are committed to getting accident victims the medical and financial support that they need in order to recover. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
