Posted On: November 14, 2011 by Breyer Law Offices

Woman Injured in Mesa Pedestrian Accident

The experienced Arizona pedestrian accident lawyers at Breyer Law Offices, P.C. were glad to hear that motor vehicle accidents in Arizona have been on the decline. At the same time, we are sorry to report that there was another pedestrian injured in Mesa on November 2. A woman was hit by a Ford F-150 while in a crosswalk. According to reports by ABC15, the woman was crossing in the crosswalk when the car accident happened and sustained a broken femur and multiple facial fractures. According to Mesa police, the victim is in critical but stable condition. Our thoughts and prayers go out to her and we wish her a speedy recovery.

What May Have Caused This Car Accident?

According to Mesa police, a witness said that the driver of the Ford F-150 struck the woman while turning on Stapley Drive. Police authorities believe that alcohol impairment may be a factor in the Mesa car collision.

Arizona Pedestrian Accidents

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) has revealed that pedestrian accidents involving alcohol-impaired drivers have slightly decreased in 2010 compared to 2009. According to ADOT's records, there were 219 alcohol-related collisions with pedestrians in 2010 and 231 in 2009.

Contact a Skilled Mesa Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

A skilled Mesa pedestrian accident lawyer will be able to investigate the facts of an accident and determine the fair compensation amount for the victim. Many times, a pedestrian accident requires a lawyer to visit the scene of the accident with an accident reconstructionist. Lawyers and accident reconstructionists look at the skid marks, the lights, and the whereabouts of the cross walk. Alexis and Mark Breyer have been helping victims of pedestrian accidents for years and are available to answer your questions. For a free consultation call (480) 389-2463.