Honolulu, HI - According to officials, a boy who was only two and half year old was bitten multiple times by a Rottweiler running free on a Hawaiian beach and was awarded $856,000 by a jury that found that the dog's owner was negligent.
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.
Medications, especially psychoactive drugs such as sedatives and anti-anxiety drugs, can increase the risk of falls and fall-related injuries (Mustard 1997; Ray 2000)