Tuscaloosa, AL (September 18, 2021) – A female pedestrian was left severely injured as a result of a pedestrian accident on Monday evening in Tuscaloosa. At around 7:50 p.m., on September 13, calls came in regarding the need for assistance at a crash on New Watermelon Road.
Reports from local authorities show that a female pedestrian was struck by a vehicle in the area of Jalapeño’s on New Watermelon Road during the evening hours.
The woman sustained severe injuries in the accident. Emergency crews arrived at the scene to find the woman unresponsive. She was transported to UAB Hospital for care. At this time, the incident remains under investigation by the Tuscaloosa Police Department’s Accident Reconstruction Unit.
Our thoughts are with the victim who was injured in this accident. We hope for their full recovery.
Pedestrian Accidents in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Approximately every 3-minutes, a motor vehicle collision is reported somewhere in the state of Alabama. These crashes add up to leaving tens of thousands of victims with injuries every year. When pedestrians are involved in motor vehicle collisions, they are often forced into area hospitals where they require extensive medical care. Some of the most common causes of motor vehicle accidents in Alabama include:
- Driving while distracted
- Failing to yield the right of way
- Driving while impaired by drugs or alcohol
- Engaging in reckless driving behaviors
- Speeding
- Running red lights/passing stop signs
Dealing with the aftermath of a motor vehicle collision can be extremely stressful. Not only are those harmed left with painful injuries that impact their mental and physical health and wellbeing, but they often face towering financial consequences as well. Having to endure lost wages, spend thousands of dollars on medical treatment, and deal with other financial consequences while being unable to work can seem nearly impossible.
When pedestrians are hurt in crashes, it is essential that they seek immediate assistance from a Tuscaloosa pedestrian accident attorney. A skilled legal team can help you get the compensation you need to cover the financial burdens you face moving forward.
By working with a responsive law firm in the aftermath of your crash, you are in the best position possible to get the justice you deserve.
For a free legal consultation, call 877-562-0000
Tuscaloosa Personal Injury Lawyers
Our Tuscaloosa personal injury lawyers have keen attention to detail, which enables our team to provide the most trusted representation to each client we work with. At Cory Watson Attorneys, we take a responsive approach to providing our clients with trusted and effective representation. If you have been injured in a motor vehicle collision, you must act quickly to get justice. Contact our Alabama personal injury law firm at (205) 328-2200 to schedule a free case review to see how we can help you. We are available at your earliest convenience to discuss your accident and legal options available for you. Contact our law firm today to get started.
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Disclaimer: At the personal injury law firm of Cory Watson Attorneys, we have focused our careers on giving back to our local community. Our careers have been dedicated to changing injured victims and their family’s lives for the better. We do this by fighting for and protecting their rights in a court of law to ensure that they receive full and fair compensation after being injured in an accident. Our goal is to bring awareness to the dangers associated with driving. The information provided in this post is not intended to be medical or legal advice. This is not a solicitation for business. The photo used in this post was not taken at the actual accident scene.
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