John Joachim Miranda killed after vehicle strikes him in La Mesa

FATAL ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION

Every year, pedestrians are killed in crashes on roads across the United States. The Governors Highway Safety Association reported that approximately 3,304 pedestrians were struck and killed by drivers on U.S. roads during the first half of 2024.

Candice Bond, Managing Partner of Bond Legal and an experienced pedestrian accident attorney, said that having appropriate resources is important when examining a pedestrian accident and determining whether negligence played a role.

Bond said investigators may examine factors including road conditions, the visibility of signs and roadway lighting when determining circumstances surrounding a pedestrian collision. She added that these investigative procedures can be important for families seeking to understand what happened after a fatal crash.

Bond also noted that an accident reconstruction team may sometimes be required to help establish how a collision occurred. She said such resources can be used to evaluate damages or losses associated with a collision and assist clients in pursuing monetary compensation.

Bond is also identified as a national legal analyst for Accident Injury News.

WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM

Pending the investigation, the family of a victim could pursue a wrongful death claim. Relatives of wrongful death victims may seek damages for losses such as companionship, pain and suffering, and emotional distress following a fatal or catastrophic accident.

Stefano Formica, of counsel at Bond Legal, said losing a loved one in an accident can place significant emotional strain on family members.

Formica said families may need to have their rights protected while authorities continue reviewing the circumstances of a fatal crash. He added that a wrongful death lawyer can monitor the official investigation and help protect a family’s legal rights and interests.

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