1 Killed in Watsonville Pedestrian Crash on Green Valley Road
WATSONVILLE, CA (June 11, 2020) – Monday night, a 33-year-old woman suffered serious injuries in a pedestrian crash on Green Valley Road.
The police came to the scene at 7:43 p.m. on Green Valley Road and Minto Road, north of Watsonville.
According to the CHP Officials, a 53-year-old male driver of an eastbound 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee on Green Valley Road struck the woman. Meanwhile, the said driver claimed he struck the female pedestrian walking in the eastbound lane of the road.
As a result, she sustained major injuries. Responders took her to Natividad Medical Center for treatment. Moreover, the Jeep driver from Watsonville sustained minor injuries in the crash.
The authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash. Furthermore, CHP officials also revealed that impairment didn’t play a role.
Pedestrian Accidents and Personal Injury Attorneys
When crossing a road, remain on crosswalk whenever possible. If there is no crosswalk, walk on the shoulder and do your best to make sure cars can easily see you. Moreover, by obeying traffic laws and being cautious of the conditions of the road, you can help prevent an unforeseen accident and keep yourself and others safe.
While car accidents are far more common than pedestrian accidents, there is still reason to be wary when traveling on foot.
If you find yourself injured in an accident, it is important to know how to proceed.
Oftentimes, the extent of injuries sustained are not clear until months after an accident.
Thus, hiring the right firm, who has the resources to spend, can make all the difference in protecting yourself from future losses a severe accident can bring.
“Injury lawyers care about and want justice for their clients. We are driven by the desire to make our clients whole again,” says Steve Baric, attorney at Sweet Lawyers.
Sweet Lawyers is the right choice when it comes to serious pedestrian accident. With over 40 years of experience in the legal field, we know what it takes to win your personal injury case. We promise to fight, day and night, to achieve the justice and compensation that you and your family deserve. Call our offices at (800) 674 7852 for a free consultation with a professional in your area.