[10-15-2021] Bexar County, TX – Three Children Hurt After Getting Struck by a Vehicle in South San Antonio

Two young boys and a female teen were injured after getting hit by a car while walking to school in San Antonio on Friday morning, October 15.

The crash transpired at approximately 7:00 a.m. on the 8900 block of Somerset Road in south San Antonio. The three victims were walking down the street on their way to school when they were suddenly struck by a passing car.

The driver that struck the three children remained at the scene and called for help. The driver claimed that the area was dimly lit, and he could not see the victims at the time of the accident. The 8-year-old boy sustained severe injuries in the crash and was immediately taken to an area hospital for treatment.

The other two students were transported to an area hospital as well; the 13-year-old girl suffered from a broken leg due to the accident. Information about the accident is limited at the moment. Local authorities are further investigating the case.

Pedestrian Accident Statistics

When a pedestrian is involved in an accident, the victim may sustain serious injuries. Head trauma, such as clotting or brain bleeds, traumatic brain injuries, and various other debilitating injuries, is common following pedestrian accidents. According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, pedestrian deaths in the United States increased by 27% between 2007 and 2016, while other traffic-related deaths decreased by 14%.

In Texas alone, 5,975 traffic crashes involving pedestrians resulted in 669 deaths in 2019, a 5% increase over the previous year. Another 1317 people were seriously injured. Common reasons why pedestrian accidents happen are speeding, drunk driving, distracted driving, and mechanical failure.

Personal Injury Attorney for Victims of Pedestrian Accidents in Bexar County

If you are driving a car, it is your responsibility to keep an eye out for pedestrians walking on the road or in a parking lot. Some drivers fail to pay attention, resulting in tragic outcomes. If the driver’s negligence caused the accident, you might be able to recover compensation by filing a personal injury lawsuit.

Missed work time, lengthy recovery periods, and high medical bills are the most common issues that victims face following an accident like this. The victims will seek financial compensation for the medical expenses, lost earnings, emotional trauma, and pain and suffering caused by the accident through a personal injury claim.

Arash Law’s experienced personal injury and wrongful death attorneys have extensive experience and knowledge representing Texas pedestrians who have been injured or killed in pedestrian accidents. Please call (888) 398-4017 or fill out our online intake form to schedule your free consultation. Don’t put off hiring an experienced Texas car accident lawyer – the sooner you do, the better your legal rights will be protected.