A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle in West Philadelphia at around 3 a.m. on a Sunday morning. The incident happened at the 4000 block of Girard Avenue. The victim did not survive the accident.
Police reported that their initial investigation found a 2010 Nissan was traveling eastbound on Girard Avenue when it struck the pedestrian. They noted the pedestrian entered the street mid-block, outside of a crosswalk. The driver stopped, cooperated with the police, and was not hurt. An investigation is underway. Speak with a Philadelphia pedestrian accident lawyer today.
Pedestrian Accidents and Fault
In every situation, if a car can stop and avoid striking a pedestrian, they are legally bound to do so. Pedestrian accidents in crosswalks are often the fault of the driver who was distracted or speeding. In a case like this, where the pedestrian crossed the street between intersections mid-block, details of what happened are critical. If the victim darted out into the street, the driver may not have had the time to stop. In other cases, the driver may have been distracted and not have observed the driver.
A Full Investigation Is Critical
Pedestrian accidents like this change the course of life for entire families. Having additional information and insights into who was at fault is critical. By hiring a pedestrian accident lawyer in West Philadelphia, families can get more information through extensive investigations.
Our West Philadelphia pedestrian accident lawyers at Kwartler Manus work consistently with victims and families to find answers. Contact us for a free consultation if you have suffered injuries in a car accident.