Local Man Hit Twice While Crossing Street

It is an unfortunate fact that pedestrian accidents rarely leave the pedestrian unharmed. Such was the case for a local man, L.H., who was killed recently in a traffic accident. The 59-year-old man was crossing a road in the early in the morning when he was hit by a white van. Witnesses said he was lying in the street after the initial hit when a silver SUV immediately following the van then ran him over. He was dead at the scene and covered with a sheet as police investigated the cause of the deadly accident. The driver of the SUV said he didn't see him lying in the roadway in the dim early morning light. Have you lost a loved one in a pedestrian accident? Speak with a Long Island personal injury attorney today to find out what your legal options are for compensation.

The victim of the motor vehicle accident had been on his way to work around 6:00 am when the tragedy occurred. The man's wife was contacted by his friend when he never arrived for their usual commute together in to work. His wife and family then began to wonder if the pedestrian accident victim around the corner from their home was in fact L.H. Family and friends began to gather at the scene where his wife spotted his bag and other belongings. The impact had knocked him out of his shoes.

Pedestrian Accident Lawyer in Long Island

Experiencing a pedestrian accident is hard enough without dealing with insurance claims or a personal injury suit. That is why it is so important to begin working with a skilled injury accident lawyer as soon as possible after becoming a victim of another person's negligence. At the Odierno Law Firm, P.C., we understand the pain our clients are in and that is why we work swiftly and dedicatedly to get their case resolved quickly. Being hit by a car can result in extremely serious and painful injuries that may take some time to recover from. Our clients have discovered firsthand how hard we work to get compensation for all aspects of their injury accident including loss of wages, loss of earning potential, medical bills, continued care and treatment, physical therapy, pain, suffering and more. Don't hesitate to speak with an attorney at our firm to discover what may be done for your case.