Newark, DE (October 15, 2022) – Officials in Newark responded to the scene of a serious crash involving a pedestrian in the northbound lanes of I-95 on Wednesday morning, October 12th. The accident happened just after 10:00 a.m. near route 896 and the service center.
According to reports from the area, a pedestrian was walking near the roadway when they were hit by a tractor-trailer that was traveling on I-95. The pedestrian suffered serious injuries as a result of the crash. Paramedics rushed the victim to the Trauma Center in Newark where they were treated for unspecified injuries. There is no information on the events leading up to the crash at this time. Police have not publicly identified the injured pedestrian. No other injuries were reported and there were no additional vehicles involved in the collision.
There is no word on whether any charges are expected to be filed at this time. An investigation into the accident remains ongoing. No further details are available.
Our thoughts and best wishes go out to the injured pedestrian following this crash in Newark.
Delaware Pedestrian Accidents 
Pedestrian crashes often leave victims with devastating and serious injuries. Pedestrians are far more likely than other crash victims to suffer serious harm when they have been involved in a collision. Naturally, this is because pedestrians are exposed to the full force and impact of an accident. Pedestrian crashes take place without warning and oftentimes occur at higher speeds. The results can be deadly. According to statistics, more than 80% of pedestrian accident victims will suffer injuries with about 10% of all pedestrian crashes leading to fatalities.
Under Delaware law, a victim of a pedestrian accident may have certain legal rights following a crash. If the other driver was at fault for the collision, the crash victim can file a negligence claim in order to seek recovery for their injuries. These claims are typically handled through the insurance company of the responsible driver. It is important to remember that the other driver’s insurance company is not working for you. Accordingly, accident victims should seek representation from a skilled and experienced lawyer before they speak with the insurance adjuster.
Here at Murphy & Landon, our team brings decades of combined experience in assisting clients with serious accident cases. Our attorneys believe that all innocent crash victims should receive compensation for their injuries. We seek to hold negligent drivers accountable when they cause harm to other motorists and pedestrians and we will fight to ensure that your legal rights are fully protected when you have been harmed.
Our team is here and standing by to take your call at any time. We always provide a free consultation and case evaluation for each prospective client. During this time, we will explain your legal rights and options so that you can choose the best path forward for yourself and your family. To speak with a pedestrian accident attorney in Newark, please contact us by visiting us at the link on our website or give us a call at (302) 472-8100.
Note: Our law firm utilizes secondary sources to create this post. The facts surrounding this specific accident have not been independently verified. Contact Murphy & Landon if you locate any inaccurate information. We will update the post right away to reflect the most accurate information available.
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