A pedestrian accident led to the death of a victim at around 4:50 a.m. on a recent Friday morning. The incident took place in the 3100 block of Frankford Avenue in the Kensington section of Philadelphia.
Initial information from the police indicates that a blue Toyota Camry was traveling northbound on Frankford Avenue when it struck a person. It is not clear if the pedestrian was in a crosswalk at the time of the accident. The driver stopped and remained at the scene after the accident. Police said the driver was cooperating with police. The victim died of their injuries soon after the accident.
Determining Fault in a Pedestrian Accident
Drivers are always responsible for doing everything they can to avoid a person in the roadway. Most often, a driver has time to stop or avoid a person if they are paying attention and have good visibility. If the driver runs out in front of the car unexpectedly, in comparison, that may not be possible. The driver may not have enough time to stop and avoid the pedestrian, putting the pedestrian more at fault.
How an Attorney Can Help in Pedestrian Accidents
Proving the driver was at fault can be critical to pedestrians suffering serious injuries or families trying to get justice. By hiring a pedestrian accident lawyer, victims or their families can protect their future and get the justice they deserve.
If you are hurt in such a situation, a Philadelphia pedestrian accident lawyer can be a critical investment. Turn to the team at Kwartler Manus, LLC for a free consultation.