Arcata, CA – Pedestrian Crash at Sunnybrae Center
Arcata, CA (December 6, 2018) On the afternoon of December 5th, a pedestrian crash happened at 74 Sunnybrae Center near Bayside Road and Buttermilk Lane. The California Highway Patrol reported that a vehicle struck a pedestrian for unknown reasons around 2:35 p.m. Emergency crews arrived at the scene to help assist the pedestrian with possible injuries. It’s unclear if this was a hit-and-run accident or if the driver stayed at the scene and cooperated.The police are currently investigating the accident.
We wish the injured pedestrian a speedy recovery as we know how uncomfortable and painful injuries can be.
Pedestrian Accidents in California
There are a few California laws that protect pedestrians from getting hit by vehicles. One of those laws requires vehicles to yield for pedestrians whether they have the right-of-way or not. When drivers hit pedestrians because of recklessness or carelessness, they’re likely to be held liable for the entire accident.
The police are conducting a thorough investigation to determine whether the driver will be held fully liable or partially liable.There are some cases when pedestrians are partially responsible for causing an accident. Depending on what the police find, there’s a possibility that the pedestrian will be able to file a personal injury lawsuit to recover damages and losses. If the driver is fully responsible, it’s important for the injured victim to file a claim as soon as possible in order to receive a higher compensation.
At Brady Law Group, we have the legal expertise and experience to fight for our clients until they receive the maximum compensation they maybe entitled to for medical expenses, loss of earnings, pain and suffering, and more. If you or someone you know received injuries in a pedestrian accident, call 415-459-7300.
Note: Outside sources were used in the creation of this post including news bulletins and first-hand accounts of the accident and injuries involved. As a result, the details of the accident presented have not been independently verified by our own writing staff. If you have identified any false information in the story, please inform us immediately, and we will adjust the posting to reflect the most accurate content available.
Disclaimer: As a member of the local community, we at Brady Law Group strive to improve the overall safety and quality of life for everyone who lives in our beloved state. We are extremely saddened by these accidents but hope that, through an awareness of these dangers, those in our community will take precautions to avoid these accidents. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. We wish only the best and quickest recovery to all those involved in the accident.
