[08-14-2023] San Francisco County, CA – Pedestrian Died After Being Struck by Vehicle Along Harrison and 7th Streets

A pedestrian died after being struck by a vehicle in San Francisco, on Monday, August 14, 2023.

According to the San Francisco Fire Department, the fatal crash happened at the intersection of Harrison Street and 7th Street.

The victim was struck by an unknown car and was transported by emergency responders. While the ambulance was heading to the hospital, two Cruise cars without drivers stalled and blocked the street.

The ambulance got delayed, and the victim was declared dead about 20 to 30 minutes after arrival, possibly from sustaining significant left lower extremity injuries.

The identity of the victim has not yet been released, and information on the involved vehicle and the two self-driving vehicles is not yet available.

Trustworthy Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in San Francisco

In California, all pedestrians are entitled to the same level of safety as drivers and bikers. If a driver’s negligence caused the death of your loved one as a pedestrian, they can be eligible for financial compensation.

You can file a claim on their behalf with the help of our trustworthy San Francisco pedestrian accident lawyers at Arash Law, supervised by Arash Khorsandi, Esq., to process the claim and obtain the highest possible compensation for your deceased loved one. Our clients have been awarded compensation totaling $500 Million.

Set up a free consultation with one of our lawyers by calling (888) 488-1391 or completing our “Do I Have a Case?” form.

What to Do After a Pedestrian Accident

The news of your loved one’s accident may have devastated you. However, you can still obtain justice for them by protecting their rights and getting them the compensation they deserve. The following tips may help you avoid reducing their personal injury claim value:

• Call the police after the accident, and make sure to obtain the accident report.
• Obtain all the vital information involving the fatal crash. Ask for the eyewitnesses’ names and contact information, as well as the information of the other parties involved.
• Report the accident to the insurance company. Remember to only state the facts and avoid exaggerating.
• Stay off social media. Please don’t post about the accident or its circumstances.
• An experienced California pedestrian accident lawyer should be consulted before accepting a settlement offer from an insurance adjuster.

I HAD AN ACCIDENT

Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

According to the data provided by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, 7,388 pedestrians were killed in 2021. These numbers comprised about 17 percent of the total crash deaths in the US.

Most pedestrian fatalities happen on major roads, with 4,464 recorded deaths. Within San Jose, there were 241 injuries and fatalities involving pedestrians.

Most pedestrian accidents happen when drivers fail to yield to pedestrians or stop suddenly. If you choose to take your loved one’s case to court, you should speak with a lawyer who focuses on these situations.