Bakersfield drivers are legally required to monitor every lane of traffic, sidewalks, and crosswalks for pedestrians at all times. They must show a “duty of care” to those on foot due to their vulnerable nature when forced into a collision with a car or truck. This care is especially vital at night when drivers who should be paying more attention to the roadway can sometimes become distracted or unfocused.
A devastating pedestrian collision can be the result. Pedestrians struck by cars can suffer serious injuries and be placed at risk of losing their lives.
Tragic Pedestrian Accident in Bakersfield Claims Woman’s Life
A tragic pedestrian accident claimed a woman’s life in downtown Bakersfield early Tuesday morning. KGET-TV reports the collision happened along the 1600 block of Truxtun Avenue on July 19, 2022.
Bakersfield police received a report of a pedestrian accident involving a car just before 4:30 a.m. Officers arriving on the scene found a woman lying in the road with major injuries. The victim was rushed to the hospital where she was pronounced dead.
A woman driving a Hall Ambulance maintenance truck remained on the scene and officers said her truck was involved in the collision. Investigators don’t believe alcohol or drugs played a role in the accident. If you have any information regarding this case, you are asked to call the Bakersfield Police Department.
Support for Families After a Bakersfield Pedestrian Accident
Families who must grieve the loss of a loved one will, of course, never completely get over the pain of such a tragic accident.
For close relatives, filing a wrongful death lawsuit against an at-fault driver’s insurance company may be the only way help the family avoid a financial crisis. A claim seeks assistance with the costs of a memorial and burial and any leftover medical fees. A wrongful death claim also asks for help in the future when the deceased will no longer be able to support the family with weekly income.
When pedestrians are struck outside of crosswalks, drivers and their insurance companies can still be liable and forced to provide support to the victim’s family. What’s more, when an accident is caused by a driver working for a local company, that company can also have to provide additional economic support to victimized families.
Contact a Bakersfield Wrongful Death Accident Lawyer
After your loved one has become the victim of a careless driver, reach out to a Bakersfield Wrongful Death Lawyer to find out how to earn fair support. Insurance companies are often reluctant to provide full compensation for everything a family faces after a pedestrian tragedy.
Martin Gasparian, the founder of Maison Law, works to protect families after a devastating accident. He strives to see that relatives receive everything needed to help ease their hardships through such a difficult time. Mr. Gasparian also wants to make sure the victim’s family members aren’t left facing financial hardships years down the road.
