Pedestrians have just as much right to access to roadways as those in any other type of vehicle. They must follow the same traffic laws as everyone else, but when something goes wrong those on foot are at a clear and obvious disadvantage when faced with a collision with a moving vehicle. Sadly, a woman and two children were hit by a car on Tuesday afternoon as they crossed a road in Hialeah.
According to WPLG:
“A woman and two children were taken to a hospital Tuesday afternoon after a car hit them on a Hialeah street.
The incident happened at about 4:30 p.m. near West 12th Avenue and 39th Street in Hialeah. Police said Belkis Hernandez Cabreriza and three children were crossing a street when the car hit three of them.
Ten-year-old Lily Cabreriza made it to the sidewalk moments before the crash, but her mother, 5-year-old sister and 9-year-old cousin were hit by the car.
Carl Zogby of the Hialeah Police Department said the family was not crossing the street at the intersection, but a little beyond.
Police said the driver stayed at the scene and cooperated with Hialeah police. Investigators said that at this point, it appears the driver did nothing wrong.”
Luckily, everyone who was hurt is expected to recover. In terms of civil liability, it could come down to whether the pedestrians were negligent in crossing outside the crosswalk and whether the driver should have seen them. Regardless, if you or someone you love has been harmed in a collision, you need the help of a Hialeah auto accident lawyer who understands how to successfully fight for the rights of the injured. Contact Bernstein & Maryanoff today to schedule a free initial consultation.
Wed, Feb 17, 2010
Auto Accident, Personal Injury