A car accident took place at the 600 block of North Broad Street in Philadelphia, according to police reports. Officers were called to the scene with reports of a crash. When they arrived, they learned the pedestrian had been wandering around the area, appearing to be intoxicated. That is when they walked into the street and lay down on the roadway itself.
At that moment, a black Nissan Rogue traveling north struck the man. What makes this even worse is that the victim was dressed in all dark clothing, making it nearly impossible for other drivers to see them, especially with the poor weather conditions. The driver stopped, called 911, and remained at the scene for police reports.
An experienced Philadelphia pedestrian accident attorney can guide you through the legal process when seeking compensation for your injuries.
Pedestrian Accidents Are Not Always Avoidable
In the ideal situation, a driver will always try to avoid striking a pedestrian and, therefore, save that person’s life in the process. That is not always possible. In situations where a driver enters the roadway, even while intoxicated, the driver may not be fully at fault.
A thorough investigation by police, as well as by your own attorney, can provide clarity on who was negligent. That determines who must pay the victim’s injuries and other losses. In this case, the Rogue driver could be held accountable if they were speeding, driving carelessly, or otherwise distracted.
When you are hurt because of the negligence of others, put Kwartler Manus to work on your case. Contact us now for a free consultation and get a Philadelphia pedestrian accident lawyer working for you.