Families of injured accident victims need guidance after a San Diego crash.

California – September 16, 2021

A 23-year-old man who was driving a Dodge Ram pickup truck caused fatal injury to a man walking along Orange Avenue in the Teralta West neighborhood.  Law enforcement reported that the victim was a 59-year-old man who “safely left the curb to cross 42nd Street, continuing eastbound,” when the accident occurred.  The driver remained at the scene and was not arrested when the police arrived at the scene.  The pedestrian suffered an open fracture to his left arm.  In  San Diego, pedestrian deaths remained the leading type of motor vehicle related death in 2020 at 28% (44); there was no change compared to the mid-year 2019 count of 44.  A San Diego personal injury attorney can provide guidance for victims and loved ones after a truck accident caused bodily harm.

Insurance.

California offers personal injury protection Med Pay coverages as an option to address injuries caused in a truck accident, but it is always best to speak with an  accident attorney who understands California insurance laws.   There is a two year time period to file legal action after an accident in California.  Experienced accident lawyers will build a case against negligent parties on behalf of injured parties, or their loved ones in cases of fatal injury.

Negligence.

California auto accident lawyers can prove other individuals, or entities cased the injury and owed a duty of care to victims in many cases.  It is important to seek legal counsel shortly after an accident.  Contact the Law Offices of Jeffrey E. Estes & Associates, who can assist after a motor vehicle accident results in property damage, or personal injury.

Damages.

Damages covered include medical bills, lost wages, property damages and wrongful death claims when fatal injury occurs.  Depending on the extent of damage to property, or bodily injuries sustained by a person in an accident, insurance claims and/or legal action will need to compensate the victim for their loss.  A California accident attorney can explain the procedures toward compensation and file necessary paperwork, and communicate with an insurance company or another party’s legal team.

Case building.

An experienced attorney will research specific case facts and interpret the law to support an accident case’s best outcome toward compensation for damages and injuries caused by the truck accident. Determining the percentage of fault is a matter for those who have reviewed police reports, witness reports, car damages, roadway marks and other factors present at the time of the accident.

Hire an attorney.

Legal counsel should be contacted shortly after a truck accident causes bodily harm to a pedestrian in accordance with the California statute of limitations for accidents.  Contact the Law Offices of Jeffrey E. Estes & Associates for guidance toward comprehensive damages after a truck accident results in property damage and/or bodily injury.

Jeffrey E. Estes & Associates, a Professional Law Corporation

501 West Broadway, Suite 1650

San Diego, CA 92101

Phone: 619-233-8021

Fax: 619-233-3730

Sources:

https://fox5sandiego.com/traffic/pedestrian-hit-by-pickup-after-crossing-street-in-teralta-west/

https://www.courts.ca.gov/9618.htm?rdeLocaleAttr=en

https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=VEH&sectionNum=20001

https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/dam/sdc/me/docs/ME-MidYearReport-Jan-Jun2020.pdf