Lincoln, AL (October 23, 2021) – Police in Lincoln responded to an accident involving a pedestrian early Friday morning. The crash occurred around 8:00 a.m.
According to Investigator Demarco Willis of the Lincoln Police Department, the woman was walking in an area with dense fog at approximately 8:09 a.m. While walking near the road, she was struck by a passing vehicle. The unidentified woman suffered serious injuries as a result of the collision. She was taken to a local hospital for further treatment. There is no additional update on her condition at this time. The driver stayed at the scene and spoke with authorities following the accident.
The crash remains under investigation at this time. There is no word on whether the driver will be charged.
No additional details are available.
We would like to offer our thoughts and best wishes to the injured victim following this pedestrian crash in Lincoln. We hope for a complete recovery.
Lincoln, Alabama Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrian accidents have a very high rate of death and serious injury in Alabama. According to statistics compiled by the Alabama Department of Transportation, there were 613 reported pedestrian accidents in 2019. Alarmingly, there were 528 non-fatal injuries and 50 fatalities as a result of these crashes. These statistics indicate a nearly 95% chance of injury or death when someone is involved in a pedestrian crash in Alabama. It goes without saying that a pedestrian accident can have a sudden and major impact on the lives of victims.
Pedestrian accidents often occur due to the fault of drivers and other motorists. Many drivers fail to fully pay attention to their surroundings. Distraction is a major cause of pedestrian accidents in our state. Weather and poor visibility also can play a role. A large number of pedestrian crashes occur at night or in the early morning hours when driver visibility is at its lowest point. Each accident must be carefully and thoroughly investigated in order to determine the cause.
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Lincoln, Alabama Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
When you or a family member have been affected by a pedestrian crash in Lincoln, our Lincoln pedestrian accident lawyers are here to help. At Cory Watson Attorneys, we have a team of skilled and experienced lawyers and staff. We focus our practice entirely on helping injured victims. We know what needs to be done in order to help you obtain compensation when you have been hurt in a crash that was not your fault. We strongly believe that all negligent drivers should be held fully accountable for their actions that caused the accident.
Our team is standing by to answer your call at any time. We provide free consultations for all potential clients. During your consultation, we will discuss your legal rights and the options that you have to help you recover as you move forward. To schedule an appointment to speak with a personal injury attorney in Lincoln, please reach out to us using the link on our website or give us a call at (205) 328-2200.
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