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2/7/2012
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Man Run Over, Killed by Pickup on Chesapeake, VA Road

The fifth pedestrian fatality in less than two weeks in Hampton Roads occurred in Chesapeake, Virginia (VA), on February 7, 2012. According to the Virginian-Pilot, a man lost his life after being run over by a Ford F-150 pickup truck near the intersection of N. George Washington Highway and Townhouse Lane. Neither alcohol nor speed appears to have played a role in causing the deadly accident, but the at-fault driver, who stopped at the scene and called police, said the victim had been lying in the roadway before being struck.


View a larger map on the Chesapeake, VA, intersection where a pedestrian lost his life after being run over by a Ford F-150 pickup truck.

The investigation into the wreck has just begun, but even if no criminal charges are brought against the truck's driver, he may still face some liability if the deceased pedestrians family files a wrongful death claim.  While few of the early details point to recklessness by the driver, evidence of negligence such as distracted driving do to cell phone use could turn up.

Deciding to pursue a wrongful death lawsuit is never an easy decision, but when their grief has abated somewhat the victim's family should consider contacting a Virginia personal injury attorney to discuss their legal options.


EJL
 


Category: Wrongful Death

Labels: at-fault driver Chesapeake fatal accident George Washington Highway Lewis pedestrian killed pickup truck Townhouse Road Virginia wrongful death attorney


About the Editors: Shapiro, Lewis & Appleton is a Virginia injury law firm whose attorneys focus on personal injury and accident law and have experience handling wrongful death cases. We have offices in Virginia Beach and Hampton, VA, but we're ready to come to you anywhere in Virginia if your family member or loved one was killed as a result of someone else's carelessness.

Rick Shapiro and James Lewis have been named to the National Million Dollar Advocates Form since 2009 and listed among the Best Lawyers in America since 2008. Shapiro and Lewis have also been named Virginia Super Lawyers for Personal Injury Law since 2010. Fewer than 5 percent of lawyers are chosen for this professional honor. In addition, ours was the first injury law firm in Virginia to join Primerus, a select group of highly ethical and respected law firms.

Our VA personal injury firm has the highest rating of AV from Martindale-Hubbell, a national lawyer ranking organization, which means we have a reputation for preeminent legal skill.

While not every injury case meets our criteria, we offer free initial confidential case consultations, so call us toll free at (800) 752-0042. If you cannot get through due to high call volume, please leave a voicemail so we can return your call.



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