The victim told police that she had been struck by the passenger-side wing mirror of black utility truck so forcefully that it broke off from the vehicle. The incident occurred on Harristown Road close to its intersection with Berkeley Place, shortly after 2 p.m.
She said the truck was a type commonly used for construction or landscaping.
The truck was last seen headed east on Harristown Road towards Ackerman Avenue.
The victim was not seriously injured.
Note: This blog reports on the types of cases our firm has extensive experience handling. It is painful to learn of the prevalence of these serious accidents, and it is our sincere hope that future catastrophes can be avoided. Our blog posts are written from scouring recent news stories. As more information is revealed, these stories may be updated. If the information in this blog article is outdated or false, please let us know so we can add updates or corrections.
Disclaimer: By showing the frequency of these serious accidents, Brach Eichler Injury Lawyers hopes that more will be done to prevent them. Another aim is to give readers information that can be used to help them reduce the likelihood they are involved in a serious accident. Content on our blog is not legal advice.
Written by: Brach Eichler Injury Lawyers Last Updated : November 29, 2021