Hayward, CA — A pedestrian who fainted in a parking lot was fatally struck by a vehicle Wednesday afternoon, November 20, 2024, according to KRON.
Hayward police officers responded to a report of a collision around 1:30 PM near the 26000 block of Gading Road. Upon arrival, they discovered a man who had been injured after being hit by a vehicle.
Police determined that the man had passed out and was lying on the ground when a vehicle turned into the area and struck him. The driver, a 52-year-old Hayward resident, reportedly did not see the man and remained at the scene, fully cooperating with authorities.
The injured pedestrian was initially conscious and able to speak with officers. He was transported to a hospital for treatment, but his condition rapidly deteriorated, and he was later pronounced dead.
The Alameda County Coroner’s Office will release the victim’s identity once next of kin are notified. The investigation is ongoing.
Partial Liability in Pedestrian Accidents
California Law does not consider pedestrians to have the right-of-way under all circumstances, such as if they attempt to cross outside of a crosswalk. However, motorists are never relieved of the expectation to provide pedestrians with a Duty of Care toward their safety.
It may therefore be determined that a motorist is held only partially liable in a pedestrian accident. If that is the case, they would be financially responsible for the victim’s recovery costs in proportion to their degree of liability.
If you or someone you love was harmed in an accident like the one described here, feel free to contact Maison Law for any questions or to receive a no-cost, no-obligation case assessment.
