An off-duty California Highway Patrol officer was injured in a Fresno car accident involving a hit-and-run driver. CBS News reports that that the motorcycle hit-and-run accident occurred near the intersection of Herndon Avenue and Palm Street. Police are looking for the suspect vehicle, which they say is a silver Toyota Tundra pickup truck. The off-duty CHP officer suffered leg injuries and was taken to a hospital for treatment.
My heart goes out to the officer and I hope the injuries he suffered are not serious. I pray that he recovers quickly and completely.
Hit-and-Run Car Accidents
According to California Highway Patrol's traffic accident statistics, there were 17,158 hit-and-run car accidents that resulted in fatalities or injuries in California in 2008. A majority of these car accidents involved injuries. There were a total of 247 deaths in 2008 involving hit-and-run accident collisions statewide. Leaving the scene of an accident or hit-and-run is against the law under California Vehicle Code Section 20001 (a).
Holding Wrongdoers Accountable
It is appalling that the driver of this pickup truck struck the motorcyclist and fled immediately without even looking back to see what he or she had done. This individual left the victim lying on the roadway without help or medical attention. Despicable! I trust officials will soon apprehend this hit-and-run driver and bring him or her to justice. If you saw this incident or have any information, please visit our web site, www.hitandrunreward.com for details on how to offer an anonymous tip and become eligible for a $1,000 reward.
It would be in the best interests of hit-and-run victims to contact a reputed Fresno personal injury lawyer, who will advise them about their legal rights and options. A skilled car accident lawyer will also be able to advise injured victims about how their car insurance policies might apply to hit-and-run accidents or to incidents where the at-fault driver does not have insurance. The best personal injury law firms will always offer a free, comprehensive and confidential consultation to injured victims and their families.
How would you react if you saw a hit-and-run car accident?
The BISNAR|CHASE personal injury law firm is not representing any of the parties mentioned in this article at the time the article was posted. Our information source is cited in the article. If you were involved in this incident or a similar incident and have questions as to your rights and options, call us or another reputable law firm. Do not act solely upon the information provided herein. Get a consultation. The best law firms will provide a free consultation. We provide a free, confidential consultation to not at fault persons named in this article. The free consultation offer extends to family members as well.
SLS Consulting