Tampa, FL (September 20, 2019) - A pedestrian was hit by a vehicle in Tampa on Friday, September 20th. The crash happened on Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard at the intersection with Coconut Palm Drive.
Police and rescue workers arrived and found the injured pedestrian at the scene of the crash. There is no word on the extent of the pedestrian's injuries at this time. No details regarding the nature or circumstances of the collision have been released and it is unknown whether the driver remained at the scene following the accident.
No further information was immediately available.
Each year, about 10,000 pedestrians will be hurt in vehicle crashes. Many pedestrian accidents are serious in nature with nearly 75% of pedestrian accidents requiring a visit to the emergency room. Pedestrians in Florida are especially vulnerable, with our state consistently at the top of national rankings for pedestrian injuries and fatalities.
When you have been involved in a pedestrian accident, it is important to seek medical treatment right away and document the accident scene if you are able. Your notes may be important in helping you recall the crash several months later. Obtaining medical treatment immediately after the crash will ensure that you receive proper care and your injuries do not linger and become more painful than they otherwise are.
At Rubenstein Law, our Florida pedestrian accident attorneys stand ready to help you when you have been the victim of a pedestrian crash. We provide free consultations and case evaluations. To speak with an attorney, please call us at 1-800 FL-Legal.
Rubenstein Law is dedicated to serving individuals & families injured by the negligence of others. We know first-hand the heartbreak that can be left behind after an accident. In our news blog, we write about cases of personal injury relevant to our line of work, and we report on news of judgments and appellate cases that affect the rights of personal injury claimants. We feel a responsibility to raise awareness of the injury and tragic loss of life occurring across our state every day.
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