Man Hit by Car at 53rd Street and Atlantic Avenue in Long Beach
LONG BEACH (March 2, 2018) – A pedestrian was critically injured after a traffic accident in the area of 53rd Street and Atlantic Avenue Wednesday night, according to The Press Telegram.
The collision took place at about 8:50 p.m. in the intersection.
As per the article, police said a pedestrian was walking eastbound at 53rd Street when he was struck by a vehicle that was traveling north on Atlantic Avenue at the time.
Pedestrian in His 60s Critically Injured After Long Beach Accident
The victim, a man apparently in his 60s, was found unconscious following the incident. He was immediately transported to a local hospital where he was listed in critical condition. His name was not released.
Meanwhile, the report did not mention whether the driver involved stopped and cooperated with the authorities. The incident is still under investigation.
Personal Injury Lawyer
California has several right of way laws that apply to the pedestrians. These laws include the obligation of the drivers to exercise due care and lessen the speed of their cars while approaching a pedestrian within any marked or unmarked crosswalk.
In this case, authorities are investigating several factors such as alcohol or drugs, excessive speed, distracted driving and negligence to determine who will be held liable for causing the incident. Once the investigation process is over and it proves that a party has been negligent and seriously injured the man, the victim may have the right to pursue a personal injury lawsuit against the at-fault individual. The claim will include the compensation for all the hospital bills, future medical needs, lost wages and pain and suffering.
If you, or your loved one, have been a victim in an auto collision and you are unsure of what steps to take, we encourage you to contact Johnson Attorneys Group to help you. Our experienced personal injury lawyer will guide you every step of the way and bring our expertise to your case. Give us a call for a free consultation at 800-235-6801.
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