Berrien Springs Hit and Run Pedestrian Accident
There was another story in the paper today about woman seriously injured in a Berrien Springs hit and run pedestrian accident on January 6th in Berrien County. According to the Berrien Springs Oronoko Township Police, a 69-year-old woman was crossing Ferry Street, at North Main Street, when she was struck by a four door sedan type vehicle. The vehicle then sped away from the scene. The woman was rushed to a local hospital for treatment of her serious injuries, which include coma, a severe head injury and a broken leg. Police are seeking any information on the driver or vehicle and ask that anyone with information contact them at 269-471-2813.
I am very sorry to hear about this tragic accident and wish the injured pedestrian a full recovery with no permanent deficits.
Our Michigan car accident lawyers advise accident victims of their legal rights. For this type of auto accident in Michigan, the injured pedestrian can submit a claim for Michigan No-Fault insurance benefits. No-Fault benefits will cover her medical expenses, lost wages, attendant care, replacement services, and other benefits related to injuries suffered in the accident. The injured party can claim these benefits even if she did not have a Michigan automobile insurance policy.
In addition, the injury victims may be able to file a lawsuit against the persons determined to be at fault in auto accident. The insurance company for the driver must still cover any injuries. In this lawsuit, injured pedestrian can claim damages and compensation for the injuries suffered in the accident. The insurance company for the negligent driver typically pays a settlement for this type of case.
If the driver’s identity is not discovered, the pedestrian still may have rights under the law. She may be able to file an uninsured motorists claim against her own insurance policy or another insurance policy to receive the No-Fault Benefits. At the very least, the injured party should hire the best possible lawyer to look into these possibilities.
An experienced Michigan car accident lawyer can assist the victim with this type of claim. Accident victims should not speak with the insurance adjuster for the negligent driver before consulting with an attorney.
If you would like more information about your rights after a Michigan car accident, you can order our FREE book, “The Ultimate Michigan Car Accident Handbook” by clicking on the book link. We will send it out immediately along with other important information.
For more information about Michigan car accident cases, visit our law firm web site at www.BuckfireLaw.com. If you would like to speak with one of our Michigan car accident attorneys about your case, feel free to call us anytime at (800) 606-1717 or simply submit this contact form and we will get back to you quickly.
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