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ORANGE COUNTY -- A woman sustained serious injuries Thursday morning after she was struck by a hit-and-run driver in Santa Ana. The terrible accident occurred at about 6:30 a.m. on Bristol Street, just near Elder Avenue. According to the Orange County Register, the woman, described to be about 50 to 60 years old, was unconscious when she was found. She was then taken to a hospital via ambulance for further treatment. Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information regarding the driver involved is asked to contact the Santa Ana police at (714) 245-8049.

Cause of the Santa Ana Pedestrian Accident

Based on the information provided by the Orange County Register, it is not clear what caused this accident to occur. But, regardless of how it happened, there is absolutely no reason to leave the scene of an accident before the proper authorities arrive. According to the California Vehicle Code Section 20001(a): "The driver of a vehicle involved in an accident resulting in injury to a person, other than himself or herself, or in the death of a person shall immediately stop the vehicle at the scene of the accident."

Liability for Orange County Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accidents

While the accident on February 16th remains under investigation by the Santa Ana Police Department, the victim or family members of the victim would be well-advised to contact an Orange County personal injury lawyer. An attorney experienced in hit-and-run pedestrian accidents, can help the victim understand and protect her legal rights and assist authorities in locating the driver involved. In the event the driver cannot be found, an attorney can ensure the victim obtains the maximum compensation she is entitled to through her insurance, if she has one.

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ORANGE COUNTY -- A pedestrian in his 40s was tragically killed just after 8:30 p.m. Saturday when he was struck by two vehicles in Santa Ana, Orange County Register reported. The man, whose name was not released, was attempting to cross Broadway when a white Chevy pickup traveling northbound hit him, causing him to land on the southbound lane, where he was struck by a green Mustang convertible. Neither drivers remained at the scene. Anyone with information regarding this accident or the drivers involved is asked to contact the Santa Ana Police Department.

Orange County Hit-and-Run Accident Liability

Following a pedestrian accident such as this one on January 27th, the family of the victim would be well-advised to speak to a Orange County personal injury lawyer. An attorney knowledgeable in fatal hit-and-run accidents, can help protect the family's legal rights in a wrongful death claim, assist authorities in locating the drivers involved this incident, and help the family obtain the compensation they are entitled to for funeral and burial expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other damages relating to this tragic hit-and-run pedestrian accident.

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ORANGE COUNTY -- Four people, which included two adults and two children, were severely struck by a car in Santa Ana, Orange County Register reports. According to the police, a woman in her 50s driving westbound on Civic Center Drive at about 4:45 p.m. Thursday, struck multiple pedestrians while they were attempting to cross a street near Spurgeon Street. The driver hit two women, a 1-year-old boy, and after the collision the car ending up on top of a 3-year-old girl. Following the crash the 3-year-old girl, the 1-year-old boy, and the two adult women were transported to a hospital with critical injuries. The driver was also taken to a hospital, however, the specificity of her injuries and whether they related to the accident, was not immediately available.

Cause of the Santa Ana Pedestrian Accident

The accident on November 3rd remains under the investigation by the Santa Ana Police Department. However, based on the information provided by the Orange County Register, it was not clear why the driver did not see the pedestrians crossing. It was also reported that the accident may be caught on a surveillance video, which police hope to have access to the footage. But, regardless if police receive access of the video or not, they will continue to monitor this tragic incident and can come to a conclusion as to what happened and who is ultimately responsible.

Pedestrian Accident Injury Liability

Serious injuries and/or death can be the result in collision involving pedestrians and automobiles. In pedestrian accidents such as this one, the victims or family members of the victims would be well-advised to speak to a Orange County personal injury attorney. A knowledgeable and experienced attorney can advise the victims of their legal rights, help in efforts in determining the party responsible, and decide the best course of action to recover the maximum compensation for medical care expenses, lost earnings, disfigurement, pain and suffering, and other related damages in this tragic pedestrian accident.

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ORANGE COUNTY -- A multi-vehicle accident in Santa Ana left one person injured, Orange County Register reported. The collision between a Volvo and a Nissan Sentra occurred just before 10:49 a.m. on the southbound lanes of the Interstate 5. Following this horrible car crash, the woman in the Sentra was transported to a hospital for further treatment. The extent of her injuries and the condition of the other driver were not immediately available.

Cause of the I-5 Car Crash in Santa Ana

The accident on October 21st remains under investigation by the California Highway Patrol. However, based on the limited information provided by the Orange County Register, it is unclear what caused this crash to occur. Therefore, it is impossible to determine who is a fault. Hopefully, police officials investigating the collision can come to a conclusion as to what happened and who is officially responsible.

Car Accident Personal Injury Liability

While the investigation of this terrible car accident is ongoing, victims or the victims' families would be well-advised to contact a Orange County personal injury attorney. A knowledgeable and experienced lawyer who is familiar with Interstate 5 accidents, can help the victims protect their legal rights, and decide the best course of action to recover compensation they may be entitled to for medical care expenses, lost earning, pain and suffering, and other related damages.

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ORANGE COUNTY -- According to the OC Register, a pedestrian man was struck and killed by two vehicles in the city of Santa Ana. The accident was reported shortly before 12:30 a.m. Tuesday, when a man, whose name was not released, was walking at the intersection of West 1st Street and South Newhope Street, and then was hit by an passing vehicle that failed to stop. Following the collision, a second vehicle hit the man and also failed to stop. Police officials found the second vehicle, impounded the car, however, the driver was not arrested. Authorities are still trying to locate the first driver involved in this devastating collision.

Cause of the Hit-And-Run Pedestrian Accident in Santa Ana

The accident on October 4th remains under investigation by authorities. However, based on the information provided by the OC Register and ABC 7 News, it is not clear what caused the drivers to hit the pedestrian. But, regardless of why this horrific collision occurred, there is no excuse for fleeing the scene of an accident. Under California Vehicle Code Section 20001 (a): "The driver of a vehicle involved in an accident resulting in injury to a person, other than himself or herself, or in the death of a person shall immediately stop at the scene of the accident."

Pedestrian Accident Wrongful Death Liability

While the investigation of this accident is ongoing, the family of the victim would be well-advised to contact an experienced and knowledgeable California wrongful death lawyer. A skilled pedestrian accident attorney can help the family in efforts to locate the driver responsible for the first collision, protect the their legal rights to hold the drivers financially liable, and decide the best course of action to recover the maximum compensation for funeral/burial costs, loss of love, care, affection, and companionship, and other damages related to this tragic pedestrian accident. Anyone with information regarding this incident should call the Santa Ana Police at (714)245-8400.

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