A devastating accident took place in Lindenwold, Camden County, recently that left a pedestrian dead. The accident occurred at approximately 9:00 p.m. at the intersection of East Gibbsboro Road and South Emerson Avenue. Law enforcement did not release much information about what occurred beyond the fact that a pedestrian died.
Pedestrian Accidents Are Deadly
Pedestrian accidents often lead to fatalities because of the force of vehicles striking a person, often leading to traumatic brain injuries and internal bleeding. For this reason, the law makes it clear that drivers should do all they can to stop and avoid striking a pedestrian. Most often, pedestrians have the right of way.
In this particular crash, there were no details about whether the pedestrian was in the crosswalk or not. Even if the person ran out into the road, the driver could be held accountable if law enforcement believes the driver should have seen or had the time to stop.
What Victim Families Can Do
In this particular accident in Lindenwold, the family or estate representative may have the legal right to take action against the at-fault driver, depending on the circumstances. In this case, the driver who struck the pedestrian remained at the scene.
If you are a pedestrian hit by a car or the family of someone who died in a tragic accident like this, hire the legal team at Kwartler Manus to provide you with the hands-on support you need. As a wrongful death attorney in Camden County, we work with victims and their families to get justice.