One unidentified man was injured in a pedestrian accident after being hit by a big rig in north Harris County on Friday early morning, December 17, 2021.
The crash occurred around 12:30 a.m. at the intersection of FM 1960 and the North Freeway.
According to Harris County investigators, the man dashed across the highway towards a westbound semi-truck, which the driver couldn’t stop in time.
Deputies stated that the man who was struck may be a suspect wanted for aggravated assault on a family member.
The pedestrian was in critical condition.
The truck driver remained at the scene and did not appear to be intoxicated.
Pedestrian Accident Statistics
Pedestrian accidents often result in life-threatening, if not fatal, injuries. After a pedestrian accident, traumatic brain injuries, blood clots, and other head trauma are all too common.
The number of pedestrian deaths in the United States rose by 27 percent between 2007 and 2016, while the number of other traffic-related deaths decreased by 14 percent.
It was estimated that 6,697 pedestrians were killed in Texas traffic accidents during the year, an increase of 5% from the previous year’s figure. More than 3,000 people were injured, with 1,317 of them suffering more serious injuries.
Texas is just one of the five states in the country that account for 43 percent of all US pedestrian deaths, despite only having 30 percent of the population. There are 0.93 pedestrian deaths per 100,000 residents in Texas, which ranks the state 13th in the country.
Harris County Pedestrian Accident Lawyer for Victims of Pedestrian Crash
It’s critical that you protect your legal rights in the event of an accident in the street, sidewalk, or parking lot. You must take specific steps to ensure that your rights are protected and that you receive compensation for your injuries.
Car accident victims who have been severely injured may not be able to return to their jobs. Because of their injuries, the victims are unable to earn a living while they are recovering.
Contact Arash Law Texas if you’ve been in a serious car-pedestrian collision. Your compensation claim could be in jeopardy if you sign anything without consulting an attorney first. In addition to car accident lawyers, Arash Law Texas has a team of personal injury attorneys.
Our Harris County pedestrian accident lawyers at Arash Law Texas have decades of experience handling these types of cases. Our clients have received more than $200 million in compensation. There is no obligation to use our services if you call (888) 398-4017 or email us, and we’ll get back to you right away.