Personal Injury Law

Pennsylvania Pedestrian Awarded $910,000 for Accident Injuries

By Louthian Law Firm

A New Cumberland, Pennsylvania woman who was hit by a pizza delivery driver, while she was crossing the street in a crosswalk, has been awarded $910,000 compensation for her injuries. The 61-year-old who now primarily gets around in a wheelchair, had her right side crushed requiring her to have her head stapled together and to have 3 inches removed from her leg.

The lawsuit held the delivery driver and his employer, Sidoti?s Italian Grille and Pizzeria in Lower Allen Township, liable for the damages. Neither the driver nor the pizzeria defended themselves against the lawsuit. Sidoti?s lacked insurance coverage for the crash, and they never responded to the legal correspondence or filings.

Since Sidoti?s does not have insurance, the lawyers will seek to enforce the damage award by securing a judgment against the firm and its assets, a process that could become difficult if Sidoti?s files for bankruptcy protection. The victims' insurer has covered her $250,000 in medical bills to date.

If you have been in an accident, it?s important to make sure you understand your legal rights. You may be able to recover money for medical bills, lost wages, funeral costs, as well as compensation for wrongful death or permanent disability. Contact the experienced car accident attorneys at the Louthian Law Firm for a free evaluation of your case at 1-866-410-5656 or fill out our confidential online consultation form.

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Full post as published by South Carolina Lawyer Blog on July 27, 2010 (boomark / email).