Tragic Pedestrian Accident In Winston-salem Highlights Dangers

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Winston-Salem has not been a favorable place for pedestrians to go walking this year with pedestrian accidents accounting for multiple deaths and countless critical injuries. The most recent fatality came when a 53-year-old man was killed after being struck by a vehicle on Stratford road. The accident resulted in the 20th such fatality this year. Obviously, anyone who is walking is at increased vulnerability when it comes to a collision with a motor vehicle. If you have sustained injuries in such a collision, a personal injury attorney can help you to obtain benefits for which you may be eligible. It will definitely be to your advantage to discuss your case with a Winston-Salem pedestrian accident attorney as soon as possible.

In the recent pedestrian accident, 53-year-old Bobby Wilson of Winston-Salem was hit by a motor vehicle as he was trying to cross Stratford. The accident occurred in the early morning hours, but dawn had broken so it was not completely dark. An investigation is being conducted by the Winston-Salem Police Department, and it is not yet clear whether or not charges would be filed against the driver. ...
... The man died at the scene of the accident as a result of the injuries that he sustained.

Obviously, there are a whole host of considerations that go into assigning blame in a pedestrian accident, but if you believe that you have been injured as a result of the driver’s negligence or recklessness, you should meet with a Winston-Salem pedestrian accident attorney even if the driver was not cited or charged in the incident. Because the laws governing criminal and civil courts can differ significantly, you can have a legitimate and winnable personal injury case, even when criminal charges are not pursued by the district attorney. The best way you have of knowing whether or not you should consider such a case is by heeding the legal counsel of an experienced and knowledgeable pedestrian accident attorney who has the expertise needed to help you to make an informed decision regarding your case.

If you and your accident attorney make the decision to pursue remuneration, your pedestrian accident attorney in Winston-Salem will explain the legalities involved with your case at each juncture. In addition, your attorney will work to ensure that your rights are upheld at every point whether or not the case proceeds to a courtroom trial or results in a settlement from the insurance company.

When you have suffered injuries at the hands of a negligent or reckless driver, you are most likely entitled to some form of compensation. Schedule a free initial consultation with your Winston-Salem pedestrian accident attorney today to find out.

Nagle & Associates P.A - With seven offices across North Carolina, Carl Nagle is a former claims adjuster and insurance defense lawyer who has experience, focus, and demonstrated success in providing dedicated client service in accident litigation. Contact Winston-Salem pedestrian accident attorney Carl Nagle at Nagle & Associates by calling 336.723.4500 or toll free 800.411.1583 or visit www.naglefirm.com/Winston-Salem for a FREE initial consultation.