14-Year-Old Girl Injured In Rome Pedestrian Accident Near The Intersection of East Dominick Street and First Street
ROME, NEW YORK (March 10, 2024) – A teenage girl was injured in a Rome pedestrian collision by the intersection of East Dominick Street and First Street.
Rome police officials are saying that the accident took place around 7:00 a.m. on Friday. A 14-year-old girl was crossing the street when she was hit by a car.
Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene in order to help the victim. She was taken to a local hospital in order to receive treatment.
Liability For New York Pedestrian Accidents
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care to avoid hitting pedestrians. Pursuant to New York Vehicle Code 1146, all drivers must exercise due care to avoid hitting pedestrians, bicyclists, and domestic animals in the roadway. When a driver fails to slow down to avoid hitting pedestrians, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. There are a number of factors that could contribute to a pedestrian collision.
- Distracted driving
- Inclement weather
- Poor road conditions
- Speeding
Most pedestrian accidents are preventable and involve some amount of driver error. This is particularly the case when drivers are traveling through intersections. Many collisions happen when drivers make left turns on the roadway without adequately paying attention to the road ahead of them. Any person who is injured in a pedestrian accident may have legal recourse through a civil claim.
Investigating Rome Pedestrian Accidents
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Rome pedestrian accident? Our team of personal injury attorneys is here to answer any questions that you may have. We care deeply that accident victims get the support and justice that they are entitled to. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of support, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
