Pedestrians crossing the street at night in Bakersfield deserve the full attention of drivers. Drivers must work even harder to spot any pedestrian in the roadway so they can slow down or stop to avoid a collision.
This special “duty of care” is required of drivers because of the vulnerable nature of those on foot anytime they must cross the street in front of traffic. Even a slow-speed collision can cause a traumatic and life-threatening injury.
Pedestrian Tragically Killed by Hit-And-Run Driver in Bakersfield
A man lost his life after being struck by a vehicle in Bakersfield early Sunday morning. KGET-TV reports the accident occurred along Brundage Lane near the intersection of Bliss Street sometime before 2:20 a.m. on May 8, 2023.
Bakersfield Police responded to the scene southeast of downtown to find the victim down in the roadway. The man was suffering from major injuries. Despite medical attention from Bakersfield fire and ambulance crewmembers, the pedestrian died at the scene.
Investigators say the car involved drove away from the accident site. At last word, Bakersfield Police Officers were still looking for the hit-and-run suspect. If you know anything about the driver involved or the vehicle used in the accident, please contact the Bakersfield Police Department.
Help for Families After a Tragic Bakersfield Pedestrian Accident
After a tragic pedestrian accident, family members of the victim can face extreme financial turmoil. They’ll have the bill for a burial service coming due and still be responsible for leftover medical bills and emergency response fees.
Central Valley families can file a wrongful death claim against an at-fault driver to get assistance with these bills and others. They should also receive substantial support to help with the income lost now that the deceased can’t provide for close relatives in the future.
In the event that a hit-and-run suspect is never identified and arrested, families can still seek help in rebuilding their lives. An uninsured driver claim could be filed against the pedestrian accident victim’s own car insurance policy. If the victim didn’t have car insurance, it’s possible they would be covered under a family member’s policy.
Contact a Bakersfield Pedestrian Accident Lawyer
To secure protection for you and your family after a pedestrian accident, talk to a Bakersfield Pedestrian Accident Lawyer like Martin Gasparian. Mr. Gasparian, the founder of Maison Law, has a long history of safeguarding victims and their families in Central Valley after terrible accidents.
Contact Maison Law for a free and confidential case consultation. Martin Gasparian believes that families should be informed of everything available to them and remain completely protected from insurance tactics after a pedestrian accident.
