Des Moines, IA - A jury decided that a hospital and its doctors were in fact negligent in the case of a child who was born with cerebral palsy. As a result, the mother was awarded a $13.5 million settlement.
Pedestrian accidents are happening more and more. With all the drivers on the road today there seems to be less attention paid to the pedestrian. If you have been involved in an accident where injuries were sustained, make sure that you are very clear about your rights. Even when contacted by an insurance company regarding any benefits or settlements regarding your pedestrian accident, it may be better to have legal representation. Something to consider when pursuing a pedestrian accident case is, who has your best interests in mind, the insurance company or your lawyer.
Restraint use among young children often depends upon the drivers restraint use. Almost 40% of children riding with unbelted drivers were themselves unrestrained (Cody 2002)