Pedestrian Struck by Pickup on Jefferson Avenue in Newport News, VA | Shapiro, Washburn & Sharp

A man hit by a pickup truck while crossing Jefferson Avenue in Newport News, Virginia (VA), at around 8 pm on March 15, 2012, went to the hospital with serious injuries. The pedestrian accdent occurred at the intersection with Industrial Park Drive. Police have not indicated whether charges will be filed against the driver of the pickup truck.


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The lack of criminal charges would not preclude the victim from pursuing a personal injury claim against the at-fault driver. But if the driver is found to have been negligent in his actions, the victim would have ample grounds to file a lawsuit to recover medical expenses, lost wages and other monetary damages.

As an experienced Virginia personal injury lawyer, I know that someone involved in a crash like this one needs a lawyer who will fight on their behalf to get them the compensation they deserve.

MK