A man suffered head trauma and a broken femur when he was struck by a car on Friday, June 25th in downtown San Diego, the San Diego Union Tribune reported. The pedestrian accident occurred about 1:30 p.m. in the Cortez area. According to news reports, a man, who was not identified, was crossing the street when he was hit by a 2000 Toyota 4Runner making a left turn from northbound 2nd Avenue onto Beech Street. The man was taken to a hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
Cause of the Pedestrian Accident
Police are investigating the incident and reported that alcohol was not believed to be a factor. Police will no doubt look at many factors in determining the cause of the accident, including whether the driver of the 4Runner made a full stop at the intersection and whether she was distracted or otherwise driving negligently.
Pedestrian Accident Injury Liability
While this accident remains under investigation, the family members of the victim would be well-advised to speak with a San Diego pedestrian accident lawyer who can help the victim protect his legal rights following this accident. If the driver of the vehicle is determined to have caused this accident, the victim may be entitled to compensation for his injuries, including monetary damages for medical expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering and other accident-related expenses.
Source: San Diego Union Tribune
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