Susan Jones Dies in Sebastian County Pedestrian Scooter Crash

FATAL PEDESTRIAN CRASH INVESTIGATION NEEDED

The circumstances surrounding the incident remain under investigation.

Regardless of fault, when vehicles and pedestrians collide, pedestrians are most likely to lose. While everyone should be law-abiding and follow road safety guidelines carefully, the burden of that responsibility falls on drivers.

Drivers struck and killed an estimated 7,508 people in 2022, the most pedestrian deaths in a single year in four decades, per the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA).

Candice Bond, an experienced pedestrian accident attorney, said that accidents such as this one can occur for a variety of reasons, including inexperienced drivers, failure to obey laws and safety guidelines, reckless driving, driving in unfamiliar terrain, and driving under the influence.

“Each case is unique and must be investigated thoroughly. Time is of the essence in cases such as this, and the family of the victim must ensure that evidence is reviewed in an efficient manner. An attorney has the resources to interview expert witnesses, conduct defendant background checks, and review applicable insurance coverage. These procedures are necessary for helping those who have lost a loved one receive monetary compensation and justice that they are entitled to,” said Candice Bond, Managing Partner at Bond Legal.

“An accident reconstruction team is sometimes needed to help piece together what happened. All of these resources are necessary for helping clients receive monetary compensation for damages or a loss following a collision,” said Bond, a national analyst for Accident Injury News.

WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM

Pending the investigation, the family of Susan Jones may be entitled to pursue a wrongful death claim. Family members of wrongful death victims may seek damages for loss of companionship, pain and suffering, and emotional distress following a tragic or catastrophic accident such as this incident.

“In most instances, pedestrians possess the right of way when crossing an intersection or a street regardless if they are in a marked crosswalk. It is always a driver’s duty to yield to any pedestrian,” said Stefano Formica, of counsel at Bond Legal.

“It is imperative to come to a determination of the exact cause of these types of accidents. An attorney has the resources to review applicable insurance coverage, hire expert witnesses, run background checks, and locate witnesses. We carefully guide the family of the victim through the process,” said Formica.

“A death to a family member after an accident is both tragic and devastating to a surviving family. The grief, shock, and anger can be overwhelming,” said Candice Bond.

She added, “Aside from the emotional suffering of those left behind, the death of someone close can have devastating financial implications. Loss of income and funeral costs alone can have tragic consequences when a family member is lost,” added Formica.

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