Police reports indicate a crash took place along Bustleton Avenue on Saturday that involved a car striking a pedestrian. The incident began with an older person behind the wheel of a 2013 Nissan Pathfinder traveling northbound along the 7600 block of Bustleton Avenue. The driver suffered a medical episode, though it was not clear what occurred.
That is when the driver veered into the southbound lanes of the roadway and struck a parked and unoccupied 2016 Audi. The car continued forward, jumped the curb, and struck a person who was walking on the sidewalk. Speak with a Philadelphia pedestrian accident attorney at Kwartler Manus today.
Uncovering What Happened
When police arrived at the scene, they found the driver of the vehicle in need of hospitalization in critical condition after suffering several bone fractures. In addition, the passenger in the vehicle suffered a head injury and was said to be in critical condition. The pedestrian struck by the vehicle suffered facial lacerations as a result of the accident. The investigation is continuing, but no charges have been filed at this point.
Seeking Legal Guidance After You Suffer an Injury
In an accident like this, the pedestrian still has medical costs and, even though the driver likely suffered an unpreventable event, their insurance company should still pay for the victim’s losses.
At Kwartler Manus, our Philadelphia pedestrian accident lawyer can help you determine who should pay for your losses. Set up a free consultation with us now to learn more about your options in cases like these.
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