Cleveland, OH (March 20, 2024) – A pedestrian accident reported in the Cleveland area sent one person to a local hospital with injuries. The accident occurred at around 2:20 p.m. on March 19.
According to official reports, a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle on East 116th Street near Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. Authorities arrived at the scene and located the victim, identified as an 11-year-old female with severe injuries. The victim was transported to the University Hospital for emergency medical care. At this time, the incident is under investigation.
We hope the injured child recovers quickly following this accident.
Auto Accidents in Ohio
Car accidents are a daily occurrence in Ohio, resulting in injuries to tens of thousands of individuals annually. Sadly, many of these injuries stem from preventable accidents caused by reckless driving behaviors.
Reckless driving, such as speeding and failure to yield, can lead to devastating consequences, including spinal cord injuries and broken bones. Victims of automobile accidents caused by another motorist’s negligence may have legal options to pursue.
Seeking legal representation from a dedicated car accident lawyer in Cleveland is advisable to explore these options immediately. Your attorney will build a case on your behalf, striving to maximize the compensation you receive.
Your attorney will manage all legal aspects following the accident, including investigation, evidence collection, working with experts to assess damages, and advocating for full compensation for your losses. With your attorney’s support, you will have a strong advocate by your side throughout the process.
At Joseph Law Group, our clients are more than just cases to us. We are passionate about advocating for their rights and achieving justice on their behalf. For over two decades, we have dedicated ourselves to providing exceptional legal representation for those who have experienced the devastating effects of an automobile accident caused by someone else’s negligence. Our team of experienced attorneys will tirelessly fight for your rights and work towards obtaining the compensation you deserve so that you can begin restoring your quality of life. If you have been injured in a car accident, do not hesitate to contact our Ohio personal injury law firm for a free consultation at 216-522-1600. Let us be your voice during this difficult time and help you get the justice and closure you deserve.
Note: Our writers use outside sources when writing these posts. These outside sources include but are not limited to news outlet reports, local and state police accident reports, social media posts, eyewitness accounts, and other sources about accidents that take place in and around the Greater Cleveland area. We do not independently verify the facts surrounding this injury accident. If there is something inaccurate in our story, please notify us immediately so that we can correct the post as soon as possible. We will remove a story if requested.
Disclaimer: Our team of attorneys at Joseph Law Group has been helping injured victims and their families throughout the state of Ohio for decades. We hope that these posts will be a reminder to our community members to use an abundance of caution when operating a motor vehicle to avoid and prevent being involved in a serious accident that results in injury. This is not a solicitation for business. None of the information in this post is intended to be medical or legal advice. The photo used in this post was not taken at the accident scene.
