Cleveland, OH – Pedestrian Injured in Car Crash on W 73rd St

Cleveland, OH (November 2, 2020) – One person was hospitalized following a crash in the Detroit-Shoreline section of Cleveland on Sunday evening. Just before 7:40 p.m., on November 1, the Cleveland Police Department and firefighters were called to the site of an accident on West 73rd Street.

According to reports, a pedestrian accident took place on West 73rd Street near the gas station at the intersection with Lorain Avenue. The pedestrian sustained undisclosed injuries in the accident. Medics rushed to the site of the accident and rendered aid to the victim before transporting them to an area hospital. At this time, the crash remains under investigation.

Our thoughts are with the victim injured in this accident. We hope for their full recovery.

Pedestrian Accidents in Ohio

Every year, thousands of pedestrians are injured in life-altering automobile collisions across the United States. These accidents often force people into local hospitals for emergency medical attention. Although there are many treatment options available for victims, there is never a guarantee that victims will completely recover. In fact, many victims are forced to deal with permanent disabilities and endless pain and suffering. Victims who sustain injuries in collisions caused by negligent and reckless drivers can benefit significantly by working with a team of knowledgeable and aggressive accident lawyers in Ohio after being harmed in collisions.

Victims deserve a fighting chance to get justice after being harmed in preventable collisions. The fact that we see tens of thousands of people hospitalized each year due to the reckless and negligent actions of others is alarming. Victims can work with a reputable attorney to hold those at-fault accountable for their actions. Not only does pursuing legal options provide victims with the resources they need to move forward, but it sets precedence for other drivers to let them know that they should maintain control of their vehicles and take proactive measures to prevent harming people sharing the road. An attorney can work with you to determine what legal options are possible for your claim moving forward.

Ohio personal injury lawyers at Burg Simpson are dedicated to helping accident victims rebuild their lives and move forward in the best way possible. Our attorneys are committed to helping accident victims hold wrongdoers accountable so they are able to get the justice they deserve. Our team has decades of experience handling a variety of case types surrounding both personal injury and wrongful death incidents throughout the state. Our resources, nationwide reputation, and proven track record of success with helping victims and their families recover demonstrates the level of commitment our attorneys have for every client we work with. If you were injured in an accident, due to the negligence of another driver, contact our personal injury attorneys in Ohio at 800-713-9340 or 513-852-5600 to see how we can help you.

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Disclaimer: At the personal injury law firm of Burg Simpson, we have made it our mission to give back to our local community members. We have dedicated our careers to changing peoples’ lives for the better by fighting for them in court to ensure that they receive fair and full compensation for their injuries and damages after suffering an injury.  We hope these posts will help bring awareness to the dangers of driving and will remind members of our communities to practice safer driving habits and take the necessary precautions to prevent being injured. This is not a solicitation for business. The information in this post should not be misconstrued as medical advice or legal advice. The photos depicted in this post are not representative of the actual accident scene.