Rhode Island Accident Lawyer Blog
The police in Providence are still evaluating the circumstances of an accident that led to a pedestrian fatality. It’s not yet clear whether the incident was a vehicle accident or a potential assault. According to witnesses, the individual was killed when he was struck near the edge of the road. He was pronounced dead at Rhode Island Hospital.
Unfortunately, pedestrian accidents are an all too common cause of severe injuries and even fatalities in Rhode Island. In some cases, a driver may not be paying the appropriate amount of attention in order to prevent an accident or see the pedestrian standing there at all. With no protective gear, a pedestrian is exposed to life-threatening injuries if he or she is struck by a car and thrown into the roadway or into other objects.
Pedestrians who have been injured and survived the accident may have grounds to file a personal injury claim against the responsible party. The elements of your case will depend largely on whether or not the driver involved was reckless or negligent and the severity of your injuries.
Helping to recover some of your medical bill cost and helping you move on from the accident are some of the primary goals of filing a personal injury lawsuit to seek compensation. For more information about whether or not you may be entitled to compensation in a personal injury lawsuit, consult with an experienced Rhode Island car accident attorney today.
Since pedestrians often sustain severe injuries, the medical bills post-accident can add more stress to an already-difficult situation. If you have suffered any of the following injuries in a pedestrian accident, contact an attorney:
- Traumatic brain injury
- Whiplash
- Broken bones
- Internal bleeding
- Lacerations and cuts
- Burns
- Scars and disfigurement
If you want to recover compensation, it’s in your best interests to act quickly. Filing a lawsuit now may help you pay your bills and focus on recovery.