San Luis Obispo, CA — According to The San Luis Obispo Tribune, a 65-year-old man sustained serious injuries after being struck by a car Sunday night, August 10, 2024, in San Luis Obispo.
The incident occurred around 10:19 PM near the intersection of Broad Street and Orcutt Road, a busy area known for both vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
The San Luis Obispo Police Department, in coordination with the Fire Department, responded quickly to the scene after receiving the initial report through the Pulse Point police scanner app. The collision took place in the 2900 block of Broad Street, where the pedestrian was found injured and in need of immediate medical attention.
According to the police, the injured pedestrian was quickly transported to a nearby hospital. The driver of the vehicle involved in the collision stayed at the scene and fully cooperated with law enforcement. Authorities have stated that drugs and alcohol do not appear to have been factors in the crash.
Pedestrian Fatalities and Wrongful Death Claims
Motorists bear an added responsibility, known as the “Duty of Care,” towards pedestrians due to their heightened vulnerability in car accidents, often leading to pedestrian fatalities.
For those who have lost someone in a vehicular fatality, a Wrongful Death claim, made with the help of an experienced personal injury attorney, can provide compensation to alleviate the financial strain of laying their loved one to rest.
If the at-fault driver evades legal consequences, compensation might still be accessible through a family member’s uninsured driver coverage. Seeking advice from a personal injury attorney can help ascertain the most suitable options in such circumstances.
