Yuba City, CA (October 28, 2024) – On Monday evening, October 28, 2024, 72-year-old Thomas Steven Waicunas Jr. was struck and killed by a car.
Accident Details: The accident occurred near near Bridge and Plumas streets. Yuba City police have yet to provide further details on the incident, which occurred around 8 p.m.
Legal Considerations: Though few details are provided, as a personal injury attorney, I find that several aspects of this case warrant further examination.
- Driver Responsibility: The investigation should assess if the driver exercised reasonable care in observing and yielding to pedestrians.
- Visibility and Road Conditions: It’s essential to determine whether poor lighting, road design, or obstructions contributed to the crash.
Duty of Care: Drivers owe a duty of care to pedestrians, and a full investigation can help determine whether this duty was breached. If it was and negligence is identified, Walcunas’s family may be able to file a wrongful death claim to recover compensation for this tragic loss.
My heartfelt condolences go out to the family and friends of Thomas Waicunas Jr. His passing is a profound loss, and I extend our sympathies to those affected by this tragedy.
Source: The Appeal-Democrat