Sept. 6 collision happened along S. Twin Oaks Valley Road
SAN MARCOS, CA, (September 06, 2024) - A 76-year-old woman tragically lost her life on September 6th after being hit by a vehicle in San Marcos.
Francisca Garcia Vargas tragically lost her life on Sept. 6 when she was struck by a motorist in San Marcos.
The incident occurred in the evening on S. Twin Oaks Valley Road at North City Drive.
The woman, a resident, was struck by an unspecified sedan while she was walking.
Emergency services were promptly called, and law enforcement along with fire personnel were dispatched to the scene. Paramedics provided lifesaving measures and transported her to Palomar Medical Center Emergency Department.
Despite the medical staff's efforts, she was pronounced dead.
The victim was later identified as Francisca Garcia Vargas.
The matter remains under investigation.
PEDESTRIAN ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION
This tragic accident underscores the dangers that pedestrians face every day in this country.
According to data from the Governors Highway Safety Association, the number of pedestrian fatalities in the United States has grown substantially faster than all other traffic deaths. An estimated 7,342 pedestrian fatalities occurred in 2021, an increase of 13 percent from the previous year.
“Road conditions, visibility, and lighting are all possible contributing factors considered and examined,” said Candice Bond, a Managing Partner with Bond Legal.
“An accident reconstruction team is sometimes needed to help piece together what happened. All of these resources are necessary for helping clients receive monetary compensation for damages or a loss following a collision,” said Bond, an experienced pedestrian attorney.
WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM
“It is almost always a driver’s duty to yield to any pedestrian,” said Stefano Formica, of counsel at Bond Legal. The family of Francisca Garcia Vargas may be entitled to a wrongful death claim.
“Family members of wrongful death victims may seek damages for loss of income and companionship, pain and suffering, funeral expenses, and emotional distress following a tragic or catastrophic accident,” said Formica.
Serving as an advocate, an attorney can help compassionately guide a family through this difficult time while protecting their rights.
“Insurance companies often try to pressure victims to settle for a quick payout for far less than the case is worth,” Formica noted. “However, an attorney will vigorously advocate for their client to ensure that they are treated with resp
Newsline's national legal analysts Candice Bond and Stefano Formica are experienced in fatal pedestrian accidents, and if you or a family member need help they are available for a free consultation to guide you.
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