LOS ANGELES COUNTY - A 3-year-old girl was tragically injured in a pedestrian accident in Pomona around 3 p.m. Thursday, Los Angeles Daily News reports. The accident occurred at the intersection of Buena Vista Avenue and 8th Street, when the unidentified girl from Victorville, was severely struck by a 2009 Ford Mustang, driven by Chase Hooper, 25, of Pomona. In aftermath of this terrible collision, the girl was airlifted to USC Medical Center, where she is listed in critical condition.
Cause of the Pedestrian Accident in Pomona
The accident on October 28th remains under investigation by authorities. However, based on the information provided by the Los Angeles Daily News and the San Bernardino County Sun, it is not clearly known what caused this crash to occur. Therefore, it is impossible to determine who may be fault for the collision. Hopefully, officials investigating the accident will come to a conclusion as to what happened and why. Anyone with information regarding this incident are asked to contact the Pomona Police Department's Major Accident Investigation Team at (909)620-2081.
Pedestrian Accident Personal Injury Liability
Accidents involving pedestrians and automobiles can cause serious injuries and/or death to anyone involved. Children who are struck by vehicle are highly susceptible to being injured or killed in pedestrian accidents because they are smaller and harder to see. Therefore, while the investigation of this accident is ongoing, family members of the child would be well-advised to contact a skilled Pomona personal injury lawyer. A knowledgeable attorney who has the experience in complex pedestrian accidents such as this one, can advise the family of their legal rights to hold the party or parties responsible for the child's injuries, and decide the best course of action to recover the maximum compensation. Compensation in a personal injury claim can include and are not limited to medical care expenses, pain and suffering, and disfigurement.
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