Tragic Pedestrian Crash on Highway 99 Claims a Life [Modesto, CA]

Modesto, CA (April 17, 2024) On Tuesday afternoon, a tragic pedestrian crash on Highway 99 led to the demise of a man.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the auto-pedestrian crash happened at about 3:30 p.m. on the east shoulder of Highway 99 near Hatch Road.

Reports say that a northbound Volvo sedan struck a man pushing a bicycle. Officials say that the man ran from the east shoulder of Highway 99 near Hatch Road to the center median.

Officials say that the male patient was taken to the hospital, where the victim was pronounced dead at the hospital.

Authorities say that the driver of the Volvo stayed at the scene and was not hurt due to the collision.

CHP is investigating the fatal auto-pedestrian crash and has not released additional information.

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Sweet Lawyers express sympathies to the bereaved family of the man who died in the pedestrian crash on Highway 99. Our hearts are with you through these trying times.

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The Devastating Aftermath of the Horrific Pedestrian Crash on Highway 99

Having lost a loved one that could have been prevented is a difficult experience for the bereaved. It is indeed painful and it would undoubtedly take a lot of time to recover from this loss.

Nevertheless, the family of the victim must be aware that they can file a wrongful death lawsuit. The goal of this lawsuit is to give the loved ones of the deceased some semblance of justice.

A wrongful death suit allows families to hold parties liable for the irrevocable damages they have caused. Settlements can range from several hundred thousand dollars to tens of millions of dollars, depending on the scale of the event. They provide financial relief for the relatives of those who have passed away.

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