Pedestrian Injured in Crash on Newport Boulevard and 17th Street [Costa Mesa, CA]

1 Hurt in Costa Mesa Pedestrian Accident on Newport Boulevard and 17th Street

 
COSTA MESA, CA (February 27, 2022) – Early Saturday morning, a pedestrian suffered injuries in a crash on Newport Boulevard and 17th Street.
 
The incident involving an Uber driver and a pedestrian happened at about 1:41 a.m. Moreover, it occurred on Newport Boulevard, south of East 17th Street.
 
When the authorities arrived, they found a grey 2010 Toyota Prius with Uber livery and major front-end damage. Also, they found and treated a pedestrian down. Eventually, they transported the patient to a nearby hospital.
 
At this time, the extent of the pedestrian’s injuries remains unknown. However, police confirmed that there were no fatalities or arrests made.
 
The male Uber driver stayed at the scene and has been cooperative with the investigation.
 
Furthermore, the crash shut down all southbound lanes of Newport Boulevard for hours at East 17th Street.
 
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 Costa Mesa 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 a pedestrian 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 Costa Mesa 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 pedestrian 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.