7 Year-Old Boy Was Hit In A Crosswalk at 5400 South and 700 West
6:30pm on September 29, 2008 at 5400 South and 700 West a 7 year-old boy and a young girl were in a crosswalk when a Hummer turned right at the red traffic signal and hit the boy. According to KSL.com, the boy sustained serious head injuries and was life-flighted to Primary Children's Hospital.
I offer my condolences to this young boy and his family and wish him a full recovery. Please keep him in your prayers.
The driver of the Hummer stated that the sun was in her eyes, so she couldn't see the children. I have represented serveral people that were injured in a crosswalk when a car was turning right and although the sun can be a contributing factor, the most common reason for the accident is that the drivers are looking left to make sure the traffic is clear, but start their right-hand turn before checking to see if anyone is in the crosswalk.
Head trauma in pedesrian accidents are the primary cause of injury and death in these tragedies. Pedestrians are much more vulnerable to suffering head injuries in accidents because they are less stable, visible, and protected on the road.
Head injuries in car versus pedestrian accidents occur when a victims head makes sudden and violent contact with an unyielding object. This can result in a concussion or more serious head injuries when significant brain, spinal cord, and central nervous system damage is sustained.
Head injuries from pedestiran accidents are irreversible and can result in partial or permanent disability, serious neurological damage, and even death. This is estremely serous when a young child is involved. The family of the young boy involved in this accident may wish to contact a Utah pedestrian accident attorney who can help determine your rights and legal options. When another party is at fault for head injuries in motorcycle accidents, victims can seek restitution for medical expenses, future loss of income or earning potential, permanent disability, and damages for pain and suffering.
