Maryland Man Killed in Fatal Pedestrian Accident
By injuheis on August 25, 2009
A 67-year-old Maryland man was killed in a pedestrian accident on a residential street after he was hit by an out-of-control car, according to this news report. The man apparently parked his car and walked out to get a real estate pamphlet from a front yard. Around that time, an 18-year-old driving a 1997 Pontiac Sunfire lost control of his car while negotiating a curve, overcorrected and struck the pedestrian. The Pontiac rolled over and rested on his roof. The pedestrian died in the hospital of numerous injuries sustained during the collision. The teenager was treated at a hospital and released with non life-threatening injuries. Alcohol was not a factor in this car crash, officials said.
Pedestrian accidents or traffic collisions happen for a variety of reasons. Some involve distracted, speeding or careless drivers. Others involve drivers operating under the influence of alcohol or drugs. In some cases, a dangerous roadway could play a role. It’s not clear what exactly caused the teenager to lose control and strike the pedestrian in this particular Maryland pedestrian accident.
If you or a loved one has suffered serious personal injury as a result of a negligent driver, you may be eligible to receive significant compensation for your injuries and loss. Where there is negligence or wrongdoing involved, families of deceased victims may seek compensation to cover medical expenses, lost wages and other damages. An experienced MD pedestrian accident attorney like Steven H. Heisler will be able to explain your legal rights and options in an auto accident case. Please call us today for a free consultation. We will work hard to make sure that you get the justice and compensation you rightfully deserve in your case.
