Fresno County, CA – On the night of Monday, February 10, 2025, a 58-year-old man was fatally struck by a vehicle while crossing the street, according to ABC30.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reports that the accident took place around 7:40 PM at the intersection of Clinton and Barton Avenues.
Authorities say the man was walking when he stepped into the path of an oncoming truck. Emergency responders transported him to a nearby hospital, where he later died from his injuries.
The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators. Officials do not suspect impairment played a role in the crash. Toxicology results for the pedestrian are pending, and the investigation is ongoing.
Partial Liability in Pedestrian Accidents
California Law does not consider pedestrians to have the right-of-way under all circumstances, such as if they attempt to cross outside of a crosswalk. However, motorists are never relieved of the expectation to provide pedestrians with a Duty of Care toward their safety.
It may therefore be determined that a motorist is subject to only partial liability in a pedestrian accident. Should that be the case, they would be financially responsible for the victim’s recovery costs in proportion to their degree of liability.
Fresno Pedestrian Accident Lawyer
If you or someone you love was harmed in an accident like the one described here, feel free to contact a Fresno Pedestrian Accident Lawyer for any questions or to receive a no-cost, no-obligation case assessment.
