Female Hitchhiker Injured in Hit-and-Run Accident on 3rd Street and R Street [Eureka, CA]

Injuries Reported in Eureka Crash on 3rd Street and R Street

 
EUREKA, CA (February 24, 2022) – Wednesday, a female hitchhiker suffered injuries in a hit-and-run accident on 3rd Street and R Street.
 
The incident happened at around 4:00 p.m. on 3 Street and R Street. According to reports, as the woman tried to get out of a white Toyota Tacoma, the driver fled the scene with her dog.
 
Then, the woman fell and the driver backed over her, leaving her with a head injury.
 
Moreover, the woman confirmed that she didn’t know the male driver and he seemed intoxicated.
 
At around 4:20 p.m., law enforcement pulled the driver and vehicle over.
 
Due to the limited information available, the authorities continue to investigate the crash.
 
As a driver, it is your responsibility to be a proactive driver, rather than a reactive one. Moreover, driving defensively prepares you for emergencies.

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Moving Forward in a Eureka Accident

 
According to the US Department of Transportation, there are nearly 300,000 merging accidents every year.
 
Indeed, common events on the road can just as swiftly become safety hazards. Furthermore, one must remain calm to properly handle the immediate aftermath of an auto accident.
 
Sweet Lawyers offer legal representation from experienced and compassionate attorneys that safeguard your legal rights.
 
Ultimately, we value the trust and respect of our clients. Thus, we want them to know that injuries sustained in an accident often don’t become apparent until months later when it is too late.
 
Mark Sweet of Sweet Lawyers says that Eureka accident cases may call for a separate investigation. Moreover, an experienced attorney can spearhead fighting on behalf of the injured party.
 
If you have been involved in a dangerous auto accident, reach out to the experienced lawyers at Sweet Lawyers. Furthermore, we have over 40 years of experience in the legal field. We know what it takes to win your injury case. Let us fight for you, and achieve the justice and compensation that you and your family deserve. Thus, call our offices at (800) 674-7852 for a free, no-obligation consultation with a professional.