A woman was fatally injured in an Orange County car accident after she was struck by a vehicle while carrying groceries along a Garden Grove street, The Orange County Register reports. The fatal pedestrian accident occurred January 13, 2010. The woman, who has not yet been identified, was apparently found lying on the westbound lanes of Garden Grove Boulevard near Sungrove Street. She died at the scene. According to an eyewitness, a silver-colored Ford F150 four-door pickup was seen speeding away from the scene. Officials are still looking into whether the pickup truck was involved in the fatal collision. If you witnessed this hit-and-run crash, please contact Garden Grove police at 714-741-5823.

Tragic Hit-and-Run Crash

My heart goes out to the family and friends of this woman for their tragic and sudden loss. I offer my deepest condolences to everyone who knew and loved this woman. This grieving family will certainly be in my prayers.

I sincerely hope police apprehend this hit-and-run driver who basically left this woman to die on the street. Had this driver stopped and called 911, she may have received the medical attention she needed right away. What kind of a person leaves anyone to die on the street? Despicable!

Hit-and-Run Laws

Leaving the scene of an accident is a serious crime in California, as it should be. Motorists are required to stop at the scene of the collision, exchange information with the other parties. In case of injuries, drivers should do what they can to get help. It can be something as simple as picking up your cell phone and calling 911. According to California Vehicle Code section 20001: "The driver of a vehicle involved in an accident resulting in injury to a person, other than himself or herself, or in the death of a person shall immediately stop the vehicle at the scene of the accident."

Contacting an Experienced Injury Lawyer

Victims' families in such cases would be well-advised to contact an experienced Orange County personal injury lawyer who will make sure that their rights are protected. A knowledgeable car accident lawyer will also be able to advise the family about how their car insurance policy applies to a hit-and-run accident or if the driver in question is uninsured or underinsured.

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.

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