Mitchell Wright Struck, Killed Outside Crosswalk in Fresno Crash

PEDESTRIAN ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION

Each year, countless pedestrians lose their lives on roadways 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.

“Access to the proper resources is essential when investigating a pedestrian accident case and establishing negligence,” said Candice Bond, Managing Partner of Bond Legal and a seasoned pedestrian accident attorney.

“Factors such as road conditions, signage visibility, and lighting must all be carefully considered and thoroughly examined. These steps are critical in helping those who have lost a loved one obtain the justice they deserve,” Bond added.

“In some cases, an accident reconstruction team may be needed to help determine exactly what happened. All of these resources play a vital role in helping clients secure monetary compensation for their losses following a collision,” said Bond, a national legal analyst for Accident Injury News.

WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM

“It is almost always a driver’s responsibility to yield to pedestrians,” said Stefano Formica, Of Counsel at Bond Legal. The victim’s family may be entitled to pursue a wrongful death claim.

“Family members of wrongful death victims may be able to seek damages for loss of income and companionship, pain and suffering, funeral expenses, and emotional distress following a tragic or catastrophic accident,” Formica said.

Acting as an advocate, an attorney can help compassionately guide a grieving family through this difficult period while protecting their legal rights.

“Insurance companies frequently attempt to pressure victims into accepting a quick settlement for far less than the case is truly worth,” Formica noted. “However, an attorney will fight vigorously on behalf of their client to ensure they are treated with respect and compensated fairly.”

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