Volusia Co., FL (January 28, 2025) – A woman lost her life on Saturday, January 25, after she was struck by a vehicle while walking on the sidewalk. The other individual walking with the woman, her husband, was taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, police said. Officers report that traffic homicide investigators are currently working to determine the cause of the accident.
The New Smyrna Beach Police Department reported that they responded to the scene on Saturday afternoon at 4 Causeway North near the Riverwalk condominiums. When they arrived, fire rescue personnel were providing medical aid to the woman. Police say the woman and her husband were walking on the sidewalk when they were both struck by a westbound vehicle. The woman, who has not been identified, lost her life at the scene. Police in Volusia County continue to investigate the details of the accident.
We want to offer our sincere condolences to the deceased victim’s family.
Florida Pedestrian Accidents
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, a pedestrian was killed every 88 minutes in the United States in 2022. In that year, 5,977 pedestrians were killed on American roads. Pedestrians in Florida are more likely to suffer catastrophic injuries in the case of an accident. Florida has the second-highest pedestrian mortality rate in the US, with 708 deaths in 2019.
Tragic traffic accidents often result in the untimely and sudden loss of loved ones. For the family of a deceased individual, unexpected debts and other challenges are unfortunately common in the aftermath of the passing. Their sadness is compounded by the prospect of their financial situation rapidly worsening, which can be overwhelmingly stressful. Understandably, surviving family members want to file a wrongful death claim with the assistance of a pedestrian accident lawyer to hold those responsible for their loved one’s death accountable. If you have lost a loved one in a fatal traffic accident, you deserve to be able to recover in every way possible. A wrongful death lawyer can help you do that by getting you the financial compensation and justice you deserve.
Neufeld & Kleinburg, PA, aims to assist grieving families in obtaining the maximum amount of compensation for the damages they have incurred as a consequence of a tragic vehicle accident. Our track record shows that we can assist our clients in achieving their objectives. Our legal experience and devotion have helped our clients obtain favorable outcomes even under the most challenging circumstances following a devastating vehicle accident. Thousands of individuals have benefitted from our help in securing compensation after a loved one has died. And since claims for wrongful death are notoriously difficult to settle, we’re sure you’ll find it useful to have our knowledgeable attorneys on your side.
Call Neufeld & Kleinburg at (305) 931-6666 to talk with our compassionate and bold Volusia County wrongful death lawyer about your claim if you have lost a loved one in a Florida automobile accident.
Note: This article is intended for informational purposes only. Our dedicated team compiles accident news reports using a variety of trusted external sources, such as local news outlets, official police reports, social media updates, and eyewitness statements regarding incidents in Florida. While we strive for accuracy, the facts in this post have not been independently verified by our writers. If you identify any inaccuracies, please contact Neufeld & Kleinfeld, PA, immediately, and we will promptly address any corrections. Posts can also be removed upon request.
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