A pedestrian sustained serious injuries in a San Diego car accident after being hit by a car on December 27, 2009. The San Diego Union-Tribune reports the injury collision happened near the intersection of Greenfield Drive and Peerless Drive in El Cajon. El Cajon police officials said the pedestrian, who has not yet been identified, was taken to a local hospital with major injuries.

I sympathize with this victim who has obviously been seriously hurt in this car crash. I hope and pray that this injured victim makes a quick and complete recovery. This individual will certainly be in my prayers.

Pedestrian Accident Statistics

There were 45 injuries involving pedestrian accidents in El Cajon, according to California Highway Patrol's 2007 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS). In San Diego County, pedestrian accidents claimed 51 lives and caused 1,068 injuries in 2007.

What Caused this Accident?

There is not much information here about how or why this serious injury pedestrian accident occurred. We don't know whether the pedestrian was crossing the street or walking legally on the roadway or whether the driver was at fault. Did the driver or the pedestrian fail to yield right-of-way?

If the driver is determined to have caused the accident, he or she could be held liable. If a dangerous condition on the roadway caused or contributed to this accident, then the city or governmental agency responsible for maintaining that roadway can be held liable as well. Any claim against a governmental agency in California must be filed within six months of the accident or injury. An experienced San Diego personal injury lawyer will be able to better explain to victims and their families about their legal rights and options, in such cases. The best personal injury law firms will always offer a free and comprehensive consultation to injured victims and their families.

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