[09-09-2021] Terrell County, TX – One Person Hurt After a Pedestrian Accident on West Moore Avenue

One person was seriously hurt after a pedestrian accident at Bowser Circle on Thursday afternoon, September 9.

The crash occurred in the 700 block of West Moore Avenue at the 100 block of Bowser Circle at approximately 1:50 p.m.

The unidentified pedestrian was reportedly attempting to cross the roadway when a vehicle that was pulling out of Bowser Circle suddenly struck them.

The pedestrian was immediately taken to Baylor Hospital in Dallas for treatment. Their condition and identity have not been disclosed.

Additional details about the crash are unavailable at the moment. Local authorities are further investigating the cause of the collision.

Pedestrian Accident Statistics

Over the last 33 years, pedestrians have comprised the majority of accident fatalities throughout the country. But why is that the case? Pedestrians are more vulnerable to road hazards compared to passengers of enclosed vehicles.

The federal agency in charge of ensuring the safety of those on America’s roadways, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), found that 5900 pedestrians were killed in the United States in 2016.

Between 2010 and 2016, the number of pedestrian fatalities in Texas went up significantly, from just 273 in 2010 to 1,238 in 2016. The number of pedestrian deaths has nearly doubled over the last two decades.

In 2019, there were 5,975 traffic crashes involving pedestrians in Texas, resulting in 669 deaths, a 5% increase over the previous year. Another 1,317 persons were critically injured as a result of the explosion.

Terrell County Personal Injury Attorney for Victims of Pedestrian Accidents

If you believe that another driver’s negligence caused your injuries, you have the legal right to hold them accountable for the damages the accident has cost you. However, proving negligence isn’t as easy as it sounds. This is why it’s best to get help from an experienced personal injury attorney before filing a claim. Lawyers know what is best for you, and they know what they can do to prove the other party’s negligence.

Winning a personal injury claim will allow the victims to receive compensation for their medical expenses, lost wages, psychological distress, and both physical and emotional pain. In Texas, Arash Law’s dedicated attorneys represent pedestrian victims who have been injured or killed in traffic accidents.

Call (888) 398-4017 for a free case evaluation over the phone or to set up a free consultation with one of our experienced personal injury attorneys. You can also visit our website and enter your case information or live chat with a representative. Don’t wait: the sooner you have an experienced Texas injury lawyer on your side, the better your legal rights will be protected.