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Malik Spellman, One Other Student Struck by Car While in School Crosswalk.

Malik Spellman, One Other Student Struck by Car While in School Crosswalk. (Fox5Atlant.com)

Cobb County News

Two teenagers where struck while in the crosswalk in front of Wheeler High School March 9, 2019.  According to Fox5Atlanta.com, “[Malik] Spellman was one of two teenagers in the crosswalk in front of Wheeler High School around 7 p.m…[a]s the individuals crossed into the northbound lanes, they were both struck.” The news story reports “[the teens] were both transported to the hospital one with serious injuries. The other with life-threatening injuries.”  WSBtv.com is reporting that one teen has been released from the hospital but “[Mr.] Spellman remains in a hospital and his medical bills are starting to pile up.”

Media outlets report the driver has been identified and any charges are pending the outcome of the investigation.

Our Legal Take

As the details of this incident continue to develop, and if the driver is found to be at fault, Malik Spellman may elect to file civil claims for his injuries.  In addition, any other victim in the accident may elect to file civil claims for their injuries.

Based upon its experience and success handling pedestrian claims in Georgia, The Murray Law Firm suggests that the Mr. Spellman should retain an experienced personal injury firm to protect his interests and ensure an unbiased investigation. Photographs of the roadways involved and a review of surveillance footage from nearby businesses or properties, if any exists, will need to be performed immediately before any evidence is damaged or destroyed.

The Murray Law Firm has obtained over $100 million dollars in verdicts and settlements for its Clients, including for victims of Georgia pedestrian accidents such as this one. We represent our Clients on a contingency agreement, which generally means that no fees or payments are owed until and unless we recover. Anyone seeking further information or legal representation is encouraged to contact us via e-mail (click here) or by telephone at 404.842.1600. Consultations are free and confidential.

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Pedestrian Linda Williams Struck and Injured in Accident on White Bluff Road.

Linda Williams Struck and Injured in Accident on White Bluff Road. (WTOC.com)

Savannah News

A vehicle struck a pedestrian Wednesday afternoon, February 27, 2019, leaving one woman injured.  According to WSAV.com, “[a vehicle] was traveling north on White Bluff Road, approaching Hampstead Avenue.”  The news report suggests “[the driver] observed the pedestrian, identified as Linda Williams, 72, standing by the side of the road, not in a crosswalk.” WTOC.com is reporting “[a] preliminary investigation revealed that the woman walked out in front of the man’s vehicle giving him no opportunity to stop.” The news outlet reports that [Ms. Williams] “was transported to a local hospital with serious injuries.”

The accident is still under investigation according to media outlets.

Our Legal Take

As the details of this incident continue to develop, and if the motor vehicle driver is found to be at fault, Ms. Williams’ may elect to file civil claims for her injuries.  Based upon its experience and success handling pedestrian claims in Georgia, The Murray Law Firm suggests that Ms. Williams’ should retain an experienced personal injury firm to protect his interests and ensure an unbiased investigation. Photographs of the roadways involved and a review of surveillance footage from nearby businesses or properties, if any exists, will need to be performed immediately before any evidence is damaged or destroyed.

The Murray Law Firm has obtained over $100 million dollars in verdicts and settlements for its Clients, including for victims and their fanilies of Georgia cycling and pedestrian accidents such as this one. We represent our Clients on a contingency agreement, which generally means that no fees or payments are owed until and unless we recover. Anyone seeking further information or legal representation is encouraged to contact us via e-mail (click here) or by telephone at 912.385.9690 in Savannah or 404.842.1600 in Atlanta. Consultations are free and confidential.

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Willie Mims, 69, Killed while Crossing Peach Orchard Road in Augusta Georgia

Willie Mims, 69, Killed While Crossing Peach Orchard Road. (Stock Photo: MurrayLegal.com)

Augusta News

On Saturday evening, February 23, 2019, a “pedestrian was stuck and killed by a vehicle…on Peach Orchard Road,” according to AugustaChronicle.com.  WFXG.com is reporting “[t]he man was identified as 69 year-old, Willie Mims…[Mr.] Mims was crossing the 2500 [block] of Peach Orchard Road when a northbound car hit him.”

The investigation is ongoing according to media outlets.

Our Legal Take

As the details of this incident continue to develop, and if the driver is found to be at fault, Willie Mims’ family may elect to file civil claims for their loss.

Based upon its experience and success handling pedestrian claims in Georgia, The Murray Law Firm suggests that Mr. Mims’ family should retain an experienced personal injury firm to protect his interests and ensure an unbiased investigation. Photographs of the roadways involved and a review of surveillance footage from nearby businesses or properties, if any exists, will need to be performed immediately before any evidence is damaged or destroyed.

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The Murray Law Firm has obtained over $100 million dollars in verdicts and settlements for its Clients, including for victims of Georgia pedestrian accidents such as this one. We represent our Clients on a contingency agreement, which generally means that no fees or payments are owed until and unless we recover. Anyone seeking further information or legal representation is encouraged to contact us via e-mail (click here) or by telephone at 706.494.2800. Consultations are free and confidential.

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DISCLAIMERS:  The information contained in this post is from secondary sources and may therefore contain inaccuracies. We will gladly correct or remove this post upon request.  The material contained in this post is not intended to constitute legal advice. As each Client is unique, please contact us for a free consultation on your particular case.  “Contingent attorneys’ fees” refers only to those fees charged by attorneys for their legal services. Such fees are not permitted in all types of cases. Court costs and other additional expenses of legal action usually must be paid by the client.