Carpinteria, CA – On Wednesday, August 7, 2024, an eight-year-old boy from Santa Barbara was severely injured after being struck by a vehicle near Carpinteria, according to KEYT.
According to California Highway Patrol (CHP) reports, the boy was hit by a 2017 Nissan Versa while in the 1500 block of Casitas Pass Road. The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene with the victim and cooperated with authorities in their investigation.
The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office quickly responded to the scene and transported the injured boy to Cottage Hospital, where he underwent surgery for a major injury.
The stretch of Casitas Pass Road where the accident occurred is a semi-rural area that sees both local traffic and vehicles passing through the outskirts of Carpinteria. The CHP is continuing its investigation to determine the circumstances leading up to the incident.
Duty of Care Toward Pedestrians
Drivers are entrusted with a specific “Duty of Care” towards pedestrians, who are more vulnerable and prone to fatal injuries in traffic accidents. Nevertheless, establishing liability can be intricate and influenced by various factors. This process of sorting through complexities to determine fault is one of the crucial services that a personal injury attorney can offer.
Even after fault is determined, insurance companies often strive to minimize claims they cannot reject outright. This is where a personal injury attorney can be invaluable, advocating on behalf of victims to secure the full compensation they rightfully deserve.
