SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY -- A 61-year-old man was fatally struck by a car in Fontana at about 5:44 p.m. Saturday. The Press-Enterprise reported that Domingo Nava was attempting to cross the street at Sierra Avenue and Reed Street, when he was hit by an oncoming vehicle. After the collision, Nava was taken to Kaiser Hospital in Fontana where he later died at 7:22 p.m. due to his major injuries.
Cause of the Pedestrian Accident in Fontana
Based on the limited information provided by news reports, it is unclear what caused this crash to occur. It is also not evident whether distracted driving, drugs or alcohol, speed, negligent or reckless actions by the driver was a factor in the collision. Therefore, the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department will monitor this fatal incident and determine who is ultimately responsible.
Pedestrian Accident Wrongful Death Liability
Pedestrian accidents that result in injuries and/or deaths are usually caused by driver negligence. Victims in pedestrian accidents include people of all ages, however, a large number of fatalities come from the elderly and children. Therefore, during the investigation of this December 3rd incident, the family of the victim would be well-advised to seek a knowledgeable San Bernardino pedestrian accident attorney.
Committed and dedicated lawyers at Estey Bomberger can help the family during this tragic time by protecting their legal rights in wrongful death claim, and obtaining the compensation the family is entitled to for their unexpected loss, including funeral and burial costs, lost earnings, pain and suffering, or other damages.
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