Virginia Beach, VA (June 10, 2021) – Virginia Beach officers are actively investigating a pedestrian accident that left one woman seriously injured on Saturday evening.
Per reports from authorities, emergency crews were dispatched around 9:30 p.m. to Pacific Avenue. Shortly before, a female bicyclist was crossing the intersection of Pacific Avenue and 11th Street when she was hit by a dark-colored SUV. The woman sustained serious injuries in the accident and was rushed to a local hospital via ambulance. Police did not say whether charges are pending and have not released the woman’s current condition.
The investigation is ongoing.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and her family. We hope for her full recovery.
Pedestrian Accidents in Virginia
Thousands of pedestrians are injured after they’re struck by motor vehicles throughout the country and oftentimes, these victims succumb to their injuries in the aftermath of a pedestrian accident. Here in Virginia, a number of people are hospitalized with long-term, life-altering injuries as a result of these incidents. Unfortunately, these vulnerable pedestrians may sustain traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord fractures, and broken bones. If a victim succumbs to their injuries, their grieving families are left behind to pick up the pieces.
Not only do these victims endure catastrophic injuries that leave them unable to perform their day-to-day activities, but they also face tens of thousands of dollars in bills for their medical treatment while being forced out of work to recover. From exorbitant hospital bills to lost wages and even job loss, victims are put in a particularly tough position in the aftermath of a serious accident.
Thankfully, if victims sustain injuries in accidents due to the negligence of others, they may reach out to a pedestrian accident attorney in Virginia for help. Victims and their families should contact a dedicated accident attorney as soon as possible after a collision that’s occurred through no fault of their own. With the help of a skilled lawyer in the Virginia area, victims can secure a fair settlement to help alleviate their financial burdens. Furthermore, families who lose loved ones as a result of these incidents can get justice, helping them move forward in the face of ongoing emotional trauma.
Our experienced legal team at VABeachLaw.com strives to help victims and their families recover a full accident settlement after being harmed in collisions. We investigate the facts of a victim’s case and construct solid legal claims that ensure they are in the best position possible. With our keen attention to detail and extensive knowledge of personal injury laws in Virginia, our legal team will aggressively negotiate full and fair settlements so our clients and their families are able to get what they need in the aftermath of a crash and cover a wide variety of losses. Whether a victim is suffering from long-term physical injuries and emotional trauma or lost wages and other costly financial obligations, we’re here to help. If you sustained injuries in an accident as a result of another person’s actions or lost a family member as a result of the negligence of another party, do not wait. Reach out to our Virginia Beach personal injury law firm at (757) 802-4662 to schedule a free case evaluation at your earliest convenience. We are here to help explore all legal options available to you.
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