When parents send their kids off to school, they expect to see them home safe at the end of the day. Unfortunately, that doesn’t always happen. Tragically, some children get hit by cars on their way to school.
When the unthinkable happens, a parent’s focus is on the health and wellbeing of their child. When time passes, and hopefully the child’s health improves, then the parent looks at the bigger picture and wonders how they are going to pay for all the financial burdens associated with the accident. Philadelphia is a big city, and such an accident can happen any time.
Child Injured by SUV During Morning Commute:
For example, on Wednesday, December 4, 2019, a child was hit by an SUV around 6:30 a.m. in Philadelphia’s Mayfair neighborhood. According to police, the accident happened near Cottman and Rowland Avenues. It was reported that at one point, the child was pinned under the car and was later transported to a local hospital. The condition of the child is unknown at this time.
What Happens When a Child Gets Hurt?
In Pennsylvania, when a child gets hit by a car, the law holds the car driver up to a certain standard of care that scrutinizes the actions of the driver. The law requires the driver to notice his or her surroundings and see if it’s a place where children are typically around. The court even looks at the propensity of a child to dart out in traffic and to not make the sound judgment.
The law will compare what the driver did that day to those actions a reasonably prudent person would take in the same circumstances. If the driver came up short, then the court will find that the driver was negligent.
Peace of Mind
If you have a child that has been injured on their way to or from school, you need to speak to Edith Pearce who is considered to be one of the premier children’s advocated in the region. She understands what you are going through and will work hard to get justice for your child. You need to focus on getting your kid back up to full health and to not worry about the extra bills and legal matters. Leave that to someone who is experienced at it and knows just what to do.
Edith is known for her knowledge of the law regarding children’s injuries, and for not backing down until she gets justice and fair compensation for the child.
Contact a Philadelphia Children’s Injury Lawyer.
Injuries to children are one of the most painful experiences that your family can endure. Sometimes called Philadelphia’s Children’s Attorney, Edith Pearce is experienced in representing the interest of children and their families who are seeking justice for their child.
Edith has extensive experience representing children and seeking justice on their behalf. With Edith, you can come and talk, ask questions and then decide what’s best for you without worrying about making a commitment or paying a consultation fee. She knows that where children and family are concerned, the parents want only what’s best for their child and their family, and she will work hard to do just that.
If your son or daughter was injured, contact The Pearce Law Firm, P.C. at (215) 557-8686 for a free consultation and case evaluation.