82-year-old woman critically injured in Sunday afternoon crash at West Napa Street and Fifth Street West
SONOMA, CA, (October 20, 2024) - One person was severely injured and another is facing criminal charges following a Sunday afternoon hit-and-run accident in Sonoma.
An 82-year-old woman was seriously injured Sunday afternoon when she was struck by a hit-and-run motorist at an intersection in Sonoma.
According to the Sonoma Police Department, an 82-year-old woman was walking eastbound in a crosswalk at West Napa Street and Fifth Street West at approximately 1 p.m. Around that time, a Honda Accord traveling along West Napa attempted a turn at Fifth West and struck the woman as she was in the crosswalk.
The victim was badly hurt and rushed to Providence Queen of the Valley Medical Center where she was admitted into the intensive care unit.
The driver involved fled the scene but a suspect, 33-year-old José Pizano Tosacano, was later identified and arrested. Additional details on the investigation and potential charges were not immediately available.
HIT-AND-RUN INVESTIGATION NEEDED
Leaving the scene of an accident is a crime, but sadly statistics indicate that approximately 11 percent of all crashes involve a hit-and-run driver.
In most cases involving hit-and-runs, the at-fault drivers feel they can avoid the consequences of their actions if they leave the scene. However, a suspect will be charged when apprehended.
Candice Bond, an experienced hit-and-run accident attorney, said in such cases is imperative to have an independent investigation conducted by a seasoned attorney promptly to protect the rights of a victim.
“Having the proper resources is extremely important to investigate a hit-and-run accident case and prove negligence,” said Bond, a Managing Partner of Bond Legal. “Road conditions, signage visibility, and road lighting are all possible contributing factors that must be fully considered. These procedures are necessary for helping someone who has been injured by a hit-and-run driver receive the justice and monetary compensation that they deserve.”
PERSONAL INJURY CLAIM
The victim may be entitled to an injury claim, and they may seek recovery for damages, including medical expenses, future medical care, pain and suffering, and emotional trauma.
“A major injury means that there will be a lot of challenges ahead. Attorneys know how to handle all the legal aspects of a case so a person could focus on healing and moving forward,” Bond, who is also a national legal analyst for Newsline, said.
Bond added, “It doesn’t matter how large an insurance company a victim of a major crash is fighting; an attorney with experience and resources will ensure that the victim's right are protected and injuries are properly compensated.”
If you have been injured or a loved one has been killed at the hands of a hit-and-run driver and would like a no-cost consultation, our national legal analyst Candice Bond is available for a free consultation to guide you.
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