SAN MARCOS - The North County Times reported two people were hurt Tuesday night when a car struck a pedestrian in San Marcos' Restaurant Row. The accident was reported outside of Old California Coffee House at 7:21 p.m. on Tuesday, February 15, 2011. One of the victims, a woman, was reportedly unconscious and bleeding from the back of her head. Further details about what happened were not immediately available. The cause of the accident is under investigation by the San Diego Sheriff's Department.
San Marcos Pedestrian Accident Liability
After an accident such as this one, where liability is unclear, injured victims of pedestrian accidents may benefit from talking to a lawyer. If negligence of another driver caused their injuries, accident victims may be entitled to compensation for medical treatment costs, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other damages. It is always advisable to speak with a knowledgeable San Diego pedestrian injury attorney before speaking with insurance adjustors or accepting a compensation offer from the responsible party. A skilled lawyer can often help victims recover substantially more compensation for their injuries than is initially offered.
Sources: North County Times
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