There are certain areas in San Diego that are notorious for their tendency to play host to serious San Diego traffic accidents, and one of those areas is an intersection in Hillcrest, where people who live and work in the area feel that the intersection of University Avenue and 4^th Street is extremely dangerous.  Unfortunately, that location was once again the location of a San Diego pedestrian accident that injured a mother and her young daughter on Sunday morning.

According to the authorities, this San Diego pedestrian accident occurred on Sunday morning at approximately 11 a.m.  A couple and their 3-year-old daughter were attempting to cross the street at the intersection of University Avenue and 4^th Street when they were hit by a driver who was attempting to turn left through the intersection.  The mother and the daughter were injured, and one of them suffered serious injuries.

San Diego County Pedestrian Accident Statistics

First and foremost, we’d like to offer our most sincere thoughts and support for the people who were injured in this San Diego pedestrian accident.  We hope that both people are able to survive the harm they have suffered and overcome it quickly.  In addition, this crash will now become part of the overall statistics regarding San Diego County pedestrian accidents.  Every year, more than 400 people are injured and 75 people are killed in these crashes.

San Diego Pedestrian Accident Lawyers

Clearly, more information will be necessary in order to completely understand the fault that relates to this San Diego pedestrian accident.  If the driver was at fault, the family could potentially file a California personal injury lawsuit against that driver.  If such a claim is filed and it’s successful, it could lead to an award of damages that compensates the family for their losses.

If you or someone you love has been injured by a negligent driver, you need to seek the help of San Diego personal injury lawyers who have been fighting for the rights of clients who were harmed for many years.  Contact Morris and Associates today to schedule a free initial consultation.