On Sunday morning, a two-vehicle car accident in North Philadelphia led to the death of a 5-year-old boy, who was ejected from a Ford Expedition that carried four passengers. According to police, the accident occurred near West York Street and North 24th Street. The boy was quickly taken to St. Christopher’s Children’s Hospital, but he was pronounced dead shortly after his arrival. Another young passenger – a 2-year-old female – was also taken to a local hospital to evaluate and treat minor injuries.
The 43-year-old driver of the Ford Expedition was traveling on York Street when she ran a red light at the intersection of 24th Street. Because of her traffic violation, a Toyota Corolla that was driven by a 61-year-old man struck the Expedition on the right side, causing it to roll over. The driver of the Toyota wasn’t injured.
When one person’s neglect or recklessness leads to the unnecessary death of another, the surviving family members who have lost their loved one have a right to pursue compensation through a wrongful death lawsuit.
If your loved one has died because of someone else’s negligence, please contact the experienced Philadelphia wrongful death lawyers at Wapner, Newman, Wigrizer, Brecher & Miller today for a free case evaluation.
