Woman Outside of Nightclub Hit and Injured By a Utah Reckless Driver | Hit and Run Accidents
Date: June 1, 2009
Location: 900 S. State Street, Salt Lake City, UT
Type: Utah hit-and-run accident, Utah pedestrian car crash
Another person has become a victim to a Utah hit-and-run traffic accident. According to KSL News, a driver fled the scene of an accident early Monday morning after hitting a woman with his car. The accident took place at 2:00 a.m. at the California Night Club, which is located at 900 S. and State Street. Authorities say the driver of the vehicle was kicked out of the nightclub and was leaving the parking lot in a reckless manner. As he was leaving, a woman exited the night club and was hit in the parking lot. The driver left the scene in a silver Ford Mustang. Police believe that the driver did not intentionally hit the woman, but was driving in an angry and reckless manner. The victim was immediately taken to the hospital, but the driver has not yet been found.
Utah hit-and-run accidents are becoming more and more frequent. These types of traffic accidents are especially dangerous as they can leave the victim with severe injuries, including spinal cord damage and traumatic brain injury. Because the at-fault party has fled the scene of the accident, the victim is often stuck footing the medical bills. Working with insurance companies as the victim of a hit-and-run accident can be time-consuming and frustrating. If you have been injured in a Utah hit-and-run accident, you may benefit from contacting a Utah accident attorney for legal representation. The attorneys at the Christensen Law Firm offer unmatched representation to Utah hit-and-run victims and will diligently work to ensure you receive the settlement you deserve. Call us today for a free, no-obligation consultation on your legal rights at 801.506.0800.
