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A pedestrian was struck and killed in a Pinon Hills crash early Saturday morning. According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), a vehicle struck 45-year-old Jeffery Ballard while he crossed Highway 138 east of Scrub Oak Road.
Pinon Hills Crash Victim not Using Crosswalk
Authorities say Ballard was not using a crosswalk when the accident occurred at 4:44 a.m. The vehicle that struck him was traveling west on Highway 138. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) continues to investigate the incident.
Pedestrian Fatalities a Rising Problem Nationwide
Pedestrian fatalities have risen throughout the Low Desert and High Desert in recent years. According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, pedestrian fatalities rose 15% from 2009 to 2014 across the country. In 2015, pedestrians made up 15% of all traffic fatalities.
“We’re devastated to hear about another pedestrian fatality in our area. Our condolences go out to the victim’s family,” said Attorney Walter Clark, founder of Walter Clark Legal Group.
Our firm has been handling personal injury cases throughout the California Low Desert and High Desert communities for over 30 years. With a 95% success rate, the California personal injury attorneys at Walter Clark Legal Group will fight to hold those responsible for your loss accountable and win compensation to cover medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. If you have been injured in an auto accident and want to discuss your legal options, contact us today for a free consultation with an experienced personal injury lawyer. We have offices in Indio, Rancho Mirage, Victorville, and Yucca Valley and represent clients through the entire California Low Desert and High Desert communities.
DISCLAIMER: The Walter Clark Legal Group blog is intended for general information purposes only and is not intended as legal or medical advice. References to laws are based on general legal practices and vary by location. Information reported comes from secondary news sources. We do handle these types of cases, but whether or not the individuals and/or loved ones involved in these accidents choose to be represented by a law firm is a personal choice we respect. Should you find any of the information incorrect, we welcome you to contact us with corrections.
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