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Pedestrian injured in hit-and-run; driver later contacts police

Connecticut pedestrians are always at risk when walking along the street. The risk is even greater when one considers the prevalence of drivers who are distracted, under the influence, or just plain reckless. When a pedestrian is struck by a car, they can suffer severe injuries and death. These accidents are compounded if a driver decides to flee the scene. After a pedestrian accident, the victim and their family should understand the steps necessary to file a lawsuit for compensation.

Elderly pedestrians killed by drunk driver

If it seems as if pedestrian accidents in Connecticut are a frequent topic of discussion, it is because there are so many people injured and killed when they are hit by a car as pedestrians. These accidents can cause serious injuries and death and it often impacts the most vulnerable people. There are common explanations for these accidents such as distracted driving, drowsy driving and recklessness. But one of the most common causes is a driver who was under the influence. Even pedestrians who are following all the rules for safety are in danger of being hit. When there has been a pedestrian accident, the injured person and the family of a person who died need to consider the future and all they have lost. A lawsuit might be necessary to receive full compensation.

Fatal pedestrian accidents, the worst in almost 30 years

In Connecticut, many people decide to avoid driving to locations within walking distance for a variety of reasons. It can save money on gas, walking is good exercise and the environment benefits from people shunning the urge to simply get in the car and go. However, that does not eliminate the risks people have for being in a pedestrian accident. Being hit by a motor vehicle can cause serious injuries and death. The lack of protection for pedestrians places them in great jeopardy.

Woman suffers head trauma in car-pedestrian accident

Pedestrians in Connecticut face danger on every street. With the increasing number of distracted drivers raising the risks to pedestrians, accidents are growing more and more common. This adds to the longstanding dangers pedestrians face including drivers who are under the influence, those who operate their vehicles recklessly and do not adhere to the speed limit. When there is a pedestrian accident, serious injury can occur. Often, these injuries involve head trauma. Given the potential long-term consequences of a pedestrian accident, considering a lawsuit is needed to receive sufficient compensation.

Man killed in fatal pedestrian accident and driver flees

Connecticut pedestrians can suffer severe injuries and death in a car accident. When there is a car-pedestrian accident, the situation is made worse when the driver does not adhere to the law and flees. A hit-and-run is significantly more problematic as a person injured in a pedestrian accident will assuredly need help. Abandoning that person compounds the accident and is a legal violation that will inevitably result in the driver's arrest. If the pedestrian is injured severely enough, it can lead to a fatal pedestrian accident. For a family who has been affected by a hit-and-run pedestrian accident, having legal assistance is imperative to know what to do in the aftermath.

Driver arrested after fleeing fatal pedestrian accident

Connecticut pedestrians are in a constant state of vulnerability to pedestrian accidents. Motor vehicles are frequently operated recklessly, negligently and by drivers who are under the influence or are distracted. Since these issues are prevalent, it is not unusual for there to be a pedestrian who is hit by a motor vehicle. Since pedestrians do not have protection when they are hit, it can lead be fatal. When this happens, victims or their family should seek compensation.

Morning car-pedestrian accident sends man to hospital

In Bridgeport and throughout Connecticut, it is not unusual for people to be in a rush to get to their destination. This can make the roads dangerous not just for drivers, but for pedestrians too. Because pedestrians are essentially at the mercy of vehicles and functioning under the belief that drivers will adhere to traffic laws, be cautious and yield to them, they can suddenly find their entire lives upended by a car-pedestrian accident. Since the aftermath of such a crash can be so damaging, a lawsuit is frequently needed to recover sufficient compensation to cover for all that was lost.

Pedestrian accident injures high schooler exiting parent's car

A pedestrian accident can happen wherever motor vehicles and people are in the same vicinity in Connecticut. Because pedestrians are vulnerable to injuries and death in a crash with a motor vehicle, it is essential to consider the future after the accident has happened. There are certain times when people are in greater jeopardy of a pedestrian accident. One specific time where pedestrians are at risk is in the morning when people are in a rush to get to work and school. This is also a time when deliveries are being made, adding another layer to the danger.

Auto-pedestrian accident severely injures man near his home

A pedestrian accident can happen at any time and anywhere throughout Connecticut. People might believe they are safe in certain areas, but there are incidents that show that is not always the case. For example, a person might think they are safe when they go outside near their own home. But a car can crash into them without warning. Regardless of where it happens, a pedestrian accident can cause long-term damage and death for the victim.

Head trauma after a pedestrian accident requires legal help

When there is a pedestrian accident in Connecticut, the odds are that the victim will suffer severe injuries. Totally devoid of protection, the only thing a pedestrian can do is hope that the impact was not at high speed and they do not suffer spinal cord damage or a head injury in the crash. Unfortunately, when a pedestrian is hit by a motor vehicle, there can be broken bones, cuts, spinal cord injuries and brain trauma. After the accident has happened, the person -- if he or she is lucky enough to survive -- might need help functioning for the rest of his or her life. Those who are affected by this will want to determine whether they have the right to compensation in a legal filing.

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