Orlando, FL (September 11, 2020) – Around 6:05 a.m. early Thursday morning, September 10, a woman was killed in a fatal pedestrian accident in Orlando.
The accident, according to police, took place on Sand Lake Road around the area of Orange Blossom Trail. Florida Highway Patrol officials confirmed that a 50-year-old Orlando woman was driving her vehicle headed west on Sand Lake when a pedestrian was crossing the street in the area.
The pedestrian was struck by the vehicle. She has since been identified as a 49-year-old Orlando woman who had been crossing the street from south to north.
The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident.
Police said that the driver was not injured and remained at the scene of the collision. The roadway was closed down in several lanes in the area.
The investigation into the accident is currently ongoing.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Pedestrian Accidents in Florida
Pedestrian accidents are known for being some of the most catastrophic accidents on our roads. Recent statistics showed that approximately 20% of fatal accidents in the state of Florida involved pedestrians. Hundreds of victims are killed in horrific accidents within the state of Florida. Many pedestrians lose their lives in accidents due to the fact that they are some of the most vulnerable parties on our roads. If you have lost somebody you love in a pedestrian accident, it is important that you speak with an accident attorney who has handled claims in the past.
No amount of money can bring back a loved one after a horrific pedestrian accident. Though this may be true, money can help you lessen the stress that you are feeling as you attempt to get back on your feet. Many families are left wondering how they will move forward after they have lost somebody close to them in a horrific accident. While you grieve your losses, you should never have to worry about how you will afford to pay the bills that continue to pile up against you. A personal injury attorney in Florida will be able to help you move forward with a wrongful death claim so that you can obtain justice and compensation. See our proven track record of success representing families who have suffered losses at http://69.73.159.23/~vaughanpa/recent-results/auto-accident-cases/.
At Vaughan Law Group, our skilled accident attorneys are here to help you after you have lost a loved one in a fatal accident. We understand how overwhelming it can be to lose somebody you love in a pedestrian accident, especially when it was caused by the outright negligence of another party. Our attorneys can assist you along the often-problematic path toward obtaining compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, burial costs, and more. Losing a loved one is one of the most challenging things that you can ever experience. If you have suffered a devastating loss, please do not hesitate to contact an accident attorney in Florida at (407) 648-1426 to find out how you can move forward.
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