1 Person Injured in Pedestrian Accident on Lafayette Street at Great America Way [Santa Clara, CA]

1 Person Hospitalized in Pedestrian Crash on Lafayette Street in Santa Clara

 
SANTA CLARA, CA (July 18, 2023) — One person suffered injuries in a pedestrian accident on Lafayette Street at Great America Way.
 
According to the Santa Clara Police Department, the pedestrian accident happened Thursday afternoon. For an unknown reason, a driver struck a pedestrian on the northbound lanes of Lafayette Street. Moments later, emergency personnel arrived and took the patient to a nearby hospital for treatment.
 
As for the driver, that individual stayed at the scene for the investigation.
Authorities did not release information on what led to the accident, which closed the intersection for nearly five to six hours. However, if any witnesses can help the Santa Clara Police Department with the traffic investigation, please call their department.
 
Pedestrians are especially vulnerable on the road. Drivers must look out for people crossing the street. Pedestrians should also take care by clearing the road before stepping foot onto a crosswalk. As long as we keep our eyes moving and stay alert behind the wheel, we can increase our chances of a safer trip.

If you have suffered catastrophic injuries from a pedestrian accident, then consult a lawyer for your options. The Law Offices of Daniel Kim is a personal injury law firm dedicated to helping crash victims move on. Getting help from our qualified lawyers can be the best way to pick up the pieces of your life. Our trained lawyers will remain on your side and will fight for you the entire way through. We have the knowledge to identify and compute all losses and damages involved in the reckless crash. Get the compensation you deserve from the at-fault person. To schedule a free case consultation, please call (800) 895-7199.