Jessica Hoke, a recent graduate of UC Irvine, died last week from fatal injuries she sustained when she was struck by flying debris from a Costa Mesa car accident involving three autos that occurred near the South Coast Plaza. The 23-year-old was walking to work and standing on the corner of Sunflower and Stevens avenues on December 1 when a 17-year-old driver ran a red light and hit two other cars.
Hoke, who suffered head injuries, was transported to Western Medical Center. The Santa Ana resident was pronounced dead three days later. The Costa Mesa pedestrian accident is under investigation.
Orange County, California Car Accidents Involving Debris
Flying debris, whether from a car wreck, a construction zone, or off a large truck or another vehicle, can cause serious injuries and deaths. Granted, the negligent party likely never intended to have the debris injure another person, but accidents do happen and there are those who should be held liable for the harm suffered. Debris left on the road can also cause catastrophic car crashes for pedestrians, motorcyclists, bicyclists, and vehicle occupants.
Our Anaheim car accident lawyers know that the period of recovery right after an injury or the months of mourning after the loss of a loved one can be challenging enough without pursuing your Orange County, California personal injury or wrongful death recovery. However, it is a good idea to start the legal process as soon as possible after the crash and while the evidence and witness accounts are still fresh.
Pedestrian killed near South Coast Plaza after being hit by debris from car, Los Angeles Times, December 9, 2010
UCI grad dies after being struck by crash debris, OC Register, December 8, 2010
Woman hurt by flying debris from collision, Daily Pilot, November 30, 2010
Related Web Resources:
Orange County, CHP Traffic Incident Information Page
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