Virginia Beach, VA (August 16, 2021) – A person was hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle along Interstate 264 in Virginia Beach early Sunday morning, August 15.
Virginia State Police say the accident happened shortly after 3:00 a.m. in the westbound lanes of I-264. Around that time, a pedestrian was reportedly walking near the Witchduck Road exit when they were hit. One vehicle initially swerved to avoid hitting the pedestrian and struck another vehicle in the process. Then, shortly after the first collision, a third car hit the pedestrian.
The victim, whose identifying details were not provided, was transported to Sentara Norfolk General Hospital via ambulance for serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
The accident remains under investigation, and further information has not been provided at this time.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family. We hope for the victim’s full recovery.
Pedestrian Accidents in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Throughout the state of Virginia, fatal pedestrian accidents claim the lives of more than 75 people yearly. Sadly, these victims are often more vulnerable to serious injuries due to the fact that they are completely exposed to vehicles in crosswalks, walkways, and intersections.
When victims survive, they are often left with serious injuries that require ongoing medical treatment. Hundreds of these victims are rushed to area medical centers after their accidents to undergo emergency surgery, painful treatments, and days or even weeks of recovery. Furthermore, these victims typically require physical therapy for their injuries and counseling for emotional trauma, which is time-consuming and costly.
Though there are many treatment options available for accident victims, none of them come with the promise of a full recovery. Pedestrians who sustain serious injuries may even be left permanently disabled as a result of their accident. When victims suffer as a result of another person’s actions, however, it is essential that they reach out to a pedestrian accident attorney in the Virginia Beach area as soon as possible. A large number of victims are able to file legal claims against at-fault drivers, allowing them to obtain their fair compensation to alleviate the costs of both economic and non-economic damages they’ve suffered.
When it comes to fighting for victims and their families, Ron Kramer of Virginia Beach Law Firm has extensive experience helping those affected maximize their recoveries after being harmed. At Virginia Beach Law Firm, our personal injury attorneys strive to help victims and their families in the aftermath of an accident so that they can move forward in the best possible position. Our compassionate, knowledgeable legal team is well-versed in Virginia state laws, allowing you to obtain the maximum amount of compensation you need to cover the losses you’ve sustained.
Our team stops at nothing to ensure our clients can move forward after a car accident that’s occurred due to another driver’s negligence. If you’ve been injured in a pedestrian accident in the Virginia Beach area, please reach out to ourVirginia Beach car accident attorneys at (757) 802-4662 to schedule a free, no-obligation case evaluation at your earliest convenience. We will help you explore all legal options available to you. Contact us at www.VABeachLaw.com and meet with our team today to see how we can help you recover from your accident.
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