LARGO, Fla. — A hit-and-run accident happened May 8 in the parking lot of a Walmart on Roosevelt Boulevard.
At 8:57 p.m., a silver Chevrolet Malibu struck a woman and her 6-year-old child before crashing into multiple parked vehicles. The driver fled the scene.
Lauren Howells, 32, was later identified as the driver. Authorities located her vehicle at a Days Inn on Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard, but she was absent. Law enforcement found Howells at Murphy’s Motel on 34th Street. She admitted to crashing in the Walmart parking lot and leaving the scene.
Howells faces multiple charges, including reckless driving with serious bodily injury and leaving the scene of an accident involving property damage.
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HIT-AND-RUN INVESTIGATION NEEDED
In most cases involving hit-and-runs, the at-fault drivers feel that they can avoid the consequences of their actions if they leave the scene. However, a suspect will be charged when apprehended.
Candice Bond, an experienced hit-and-run accident attorney, said in such cases is imperative to have an independent investigation conducted by a seasoned attorney promptly to protect the rights of a victim.
“Having the proper resources is extremely important to investigate a hit-and-run accident case and prove negligence,” said Bond, a Managing Partner of Bond Legal. “Road conditions, signage visibility, and road lighting are all possible contributing factors that must be fully considered. These procedures are necessary for helping someone who has lost a loved one at the hands of a hit-and-run driver receive the justice and monetary compensation that they deserve.”
PERSONAL INJURY CLAIM
A victim may have the right to pursue a personal injury claim, pending the investigation.
Bond added, “Injured victims involved in a collision often seek a personal injury claim to cover the cost of medical bills, future medical care, loss of income, emotional trauma, and pain and suffering.
“Insurance companies can be notoriously unconcerned with the mounting costs that an injured party may accrue. That’s where an attorney can help. We protect the victims of these tragedies daily, forcing the insurance companies to pay for their mistakes,” she said.
If you, a friend, or a family member have been injured at the hands of a hit-and-run or drunken driver, contact our national legal analyst Candice Bond for a free consultation for guidance
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