Pasadena Accident Stats – 4 Tips to Remain Safe in the City of Roses

Home of the annual Rose Bowl, Pasadena, California can be described as the nucleus of the San Gabriel Valley.  

The latest United States Census data gives Pasadena a population of 135,732 residents, making it the 9th most populous city in Los Angeles County, and amongst the top 50 of all cities in California.

The Rose Bowl Flea Market usually features over 2,500 vendors on the second Sunday of each month, while Old Town Pasadena includes many museums and other historic sites. 

While the floats in the Parade of Roses may move slowly, the cars on the 210 and Colorado Boulevard may not.  According to the California Office of Traffic Safety, 2019 saw 944 victims killed or injured in accidents in Pasadena.  

There are many possible reasons for accidents in Pasadena, including speeding.

Of the aforementioned 944 car accident fatalities, 130 were related to speed. Traveling faster than the posted speed limit can greatly increase the odds of a car accident.

If you encounter speeding drivers, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration offers tips for helping you maintain your safety on the road:

• The left lane generally moves faster than the right.  If you are in the left lane and notice a vehicle approaching quickly, you can safely move to the right to let them pass.
• You should give speeding drivers plenty of space.
• Do not engage if a speeding driver is showing aggressive behavior towards you, such as tailgating or horn honking.
• If you are being harassed by another driver, call the police.  

Another major cause of accidents is distracted driving. Drivers who are distracted do not put all of their attention to the road ahead, or their surroundings. They are just as, if not more, focused on another task. You may see a distracted driver:

• Texting
• Using a phone that is not hands-free
• Eating
• Helping another passenger, such as a child
• Personal grooming, like fixing their hair or applying skin treatment

Many accidents are also caused by fatigued drivers. In today’s constant, go-go-go world, it’s hard to get a solid night’s sleep. Unfortunately, many drivers must go to work, grocery shopping, etc. with intense fatigue.

According to the Centers for Disease Control, you may see these habits from a fatigued driver:

• Yawning or blinking frequently
• Trouble remembering a recent block driven. 
• Missing an exit. 
• Lane drifting
• Hitting a rumble strip on the side of the road.

Getting in an accident is almost never a bed of roses.  It can be physically and emotionally scarring to the victim.

If you were recently in an accident, contact our Pasadena car accident lawyers at C&B Law Group today. With decades of combined experience handling similar cases, we will work to ensure you are properly compensated.

Common personal injuries one may suffer following a car accident can include:

• Pinched nerves or vertebrae in your neck
• Shattered bones and shredded ligaments
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Herniated or bulging discs in your back
• Cuts that maim or disfigure the victim
• Damage to vital organs
• Internal bleeding
• Spinal cord damage
• Chronic pain in your back, neck, etc.
• Wrongful death

There’s nothing holding you back from contacting us regarding your personal injury claim. If you were injured in a Pasadena car accident, let us help you with your recovery.

We will weigh all options, and may look at recuperating damages such as:

• Current and future medical expenses 
• Loss of wages 
• Mental health treatment
• Pain and suffering

Each car accident settlement varies, but it will be capped at the maximum limits of the negligent driver’s insurance policy. California requires a minimum liability insurance coverage of $15,000 per person, $30,000 per accident, and $5,000 for property damage.

Your consultation at C&B Law Group is free. Reach out to a Pasadena attorney today.