Pedestrian Injuries Category Archives

Roseville Major Crash Causes Severe Trauma to Pedestrian

December 1, 2023 | Edward Smith

Pedestrian Injured on Foothills Boulevard in Roseville Major Crash

A female pedestrian was seriously injured in a Roseville major crash on November 22 after being hit by a motor vehicle. The collision occurred near Foothills Boulevard with Main Street around 5:30 p.m., according to the Roseville Police Department. The pedestrian who was struck was estimated by authorities to be in her 20s or 30s. No additional information was provided. The investigation into how the collision occurred is being conducted by the Roseville Police Department.

Pedestrian Intersection Injury Occurs in Sacramento Crash

November 1, 2023 | Edward Smith

Crash Causes Pedestrian Intersection Injury on Stevens Avenue

A pedestrian intersection injury was reported in a South Sacramento crash in the Florin area on October 26. The collision happened at the intersection of Stevens and Elsie Avenues around 7:48 p.m. The pedestrian was found down in the center of the street, according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP) accident report.

Pedestrian Injury Occurs Outside Sacramento Apartment

November 27, 2020 | Edward Smith

Accident on Howe Avenue Injures Pedestrian

A pedestrian injury occurred in Sacramento on November 23 when an individual on foot was struck by a motor vehicle at the entrance to an apartment building. The accident happened around 5:10 p.m. on Howe Avenue between Alderbrook Way and Bell Street. First responders with the Sacramento Fire Department were called to the scene to assess injuries to the pedestrian. Those injuries were determined to be minor. The accident is being investigated by police to find out how it happened and to assign fault.

What Causes Pedestrian Collisions in Anderson?

April 23, 2020 | Edward Smith

What Factors Cause Pedestrian Collisions in Anderson?

Anderson is a small city, but it still sees its fair share of traumatic car accidents. While the majority of accidents involve only trucks and passenger vehicles, around 9.3 percent of injury-causing collisions in Anderson involve a pedestrian. Accidents are always unexpected, and it’s impossible to say exactly where or when they will happen. However, by learning about accident trends in your area, you can improve your safety while walking on local roads. If you’d like to learn more, check out these statistics about what causes pedestrian collisions in Anderson.

Pedestrian Injured in 16th Street Accident

July 5, 2019 | Edward Smith

Pedestrian Suffered Moderate Injuries

An injured pedestrian was transported to a local hospital by emergency responders with the Sacramento Fire Department on June 29 following an accident. According to a representative with the Sacramento Police Department, the crash between a motor vehicle and the pedestrian happened around 12:15 in the morning along 16th Street between X Street and Broadway. The pedestrian was reported to have moderate injuries from the collision. Sixteenth Street was shut down while authorities investigated the cause of the crash. It is unknown at this time whether alcohol or drugs was a contributing factor.

Pedestrian Pelvic Injuries

September 28, 2018 | Edward Smith

Pedestrian Pelvic Injuries

Pedestrian Pelvic Injuries – When people drive a motor vehicle, it is important to always be aware of pedestrians who might be crossing the street or walking along the side of the road. In particular, children may not realize the danger that cars pose as they walk along the side of the road and could step out into traffic unexpectedly. When this happens, serious pedestrian injuries could result, and some of these could even become life-threatening. Some of the statistics on pedestrian safety published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) include:

El Dorado Hills Events for August 2017

August 22, 2017 | Edward Smith

El Dorado Hills Events for August 2017

I’m Ed Smith, an El Dorado Hills Pedestrian Accident Lawyer. It may be August, but summertime is still in the air in El Dorado Hills! The weather is warm and welcoming, and who can resist the tempting offer to soak up the warm sunshine? Whether you are relaxing out by your pool, taking a leisurely stroll in a park, or shopping at the local outlet mall, there’s always somewhere to be in El Dorado Hills! Here are a few ways to enjoy the last few weeks of August.

Accidents in Marked Crosswalks

December 20, 2016 | Edward Smith

Accidents in Marked Crosswalks

Marked Crosswalks Accidents

My name is Ed Smith, and I am a personal injury lawyer based in Sacramento, serving Sacramento and the greater California area. If you or someone you love has been the victim of a pedestrian accident at a marked crosswalk in California, please contact me, and I will help guide you through the avenues and solutions that are available to you.

Modesto Memorial Run

September 26, 2016 | Edward Smith

Modesto Memorial Run

I’m Ed Smith, a Modesto Auto Accident Injury Attorney. On Sunday September 25, 2016, the Peace Officer Memorial Run which was presented by Doctor’s Medical Center took place. This race was created to honor law enforcement officers from Stanislaus County who were killed in the line of duty.

Your Next Step is the Cure

April 24, 2016 | Edward Smith

Your next step is the cure

Your Next Step is the Cure

Hi, I’m Ed Smith, a Sacramento pedestrian accident lawyer. Saturday, April 30, 2016, will be the first-ever Your Next Step is the Cure – Annual Sacramento 5K event. This fundraiser aims to promote funding activities for several clinical research efforts and patient services programs of the Bonnie J. Addario Lung Cancer Foundation.