South Jordan, UT (September 11, 2022) – A traffic accident caused by a vehicle striking a pedestrian took place on Sunday, September 11th in South Jordan.
Police reports show that the incident occurred at the intersection of 3600 West and 11800 South at about 7:50 p.m. when a vehicle hit a person on or near the roadway for reasons that are still under investigation.
After reporting to the scene, emergency responders rendered aid to the victim who was then taken to a local medical facility with undisclosed injuries.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
In the state of Utah, there are several local regulations as well as state laws that regulate when and how pedestrians are able to use the roadways. These regulations are formulated with the safety of those on foot in mind.
Due to the significant difference between the weight and size of a motor vehicle and the weight and size of a body, motor vehicles are required to defer to pedestrians under almost any circumstances.
If a pedestrian is inside a crosswalk, the onus of responsibility is placed on drivers to slow down and yield the right of way. Although intersections are considered pedestrian areas, not every intersection has a marked crosswalk. An intersection is supposed to be a safe and suitable place for a pedestrian to cross the roadway.
Without the safety of a metal cage, or, in actuality, any safety features whatsoever, to shield them from the impending impact, pedestrian injuries are often followed by severe economic, emotional, and physical ramifications.
If you were hurt or lost someone you love due to someone’s reckless driving, contact our personal injury lawyers in Utah at 801-350-3506 to schedule a free case assessment.
When you are represented by a reputable pedestrian injury lawyer from Jardine Law Offices P.C. following your accident, your odds of receiving full economic recovery are considerably greater than those of someone attempting to represent themselves.
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