According to a spokesperson for the Miami-Dade Police, a man has died after being hit by a person in a red 2013 to 2016 Mercedes Benz CLA. The crime was caught on camera. Authorities said the accident happened just after 10 p.m. on Jan. 31 in the parking lot of a small shopping center off Southwest 11th Street and 27th Avenue in Miami-Dade County. The surveillance video from that night was released by the Miami Police Department. According to police, the deceased victim was trying to break up an argument between the driver and another person. Police said the red Mercedes hit the man in addition to two additional parked vehicles before driving off. Police officers believe the car has extensive front-end damage. No further details have been released. If you or someone you love were recently injured in a motor vehicle accident, our team of car accident lawyers can help with any issues that may arise in your car accident claim. We offer trustworthy legal advice to help address any legal issues that apply to your personal injury claim. At Jaime Suarez, our car accident lawyers have more than 20 years of experience successfully representing car accident victims in all types of cases. We have an exceptional team that can provide you with the guidance you are looking for after being injured in a car accident or other type of injury.
Top Mistakes People Make After an Accident
Leaving the Scene of the Accident: Most if not all states have laws that prohibit drivers from leaving the scene of the accident. If you fail to stop at an accident, you are breaking the law. The accident scene is now a crime scene. Remember, you may be charged with a felony depending on the laws of the state that you’re in when you get into the accident. It doesn’t matter if you are the at fault driver or not. Don’t leave the scene of an accident unless you need immediate medical attention and you’re injured. Also, make sure that you stop in a safe position at the side of the road to avoid obstructing traffic or any further accidents.
Not Calling the Police: this is another mistake that is very common, and it can also make things much worse for you. Regardless of who is at fault, always remember to call the police after an accident. A police report is one of the most relied upon pieces of evidence that may be used in any court case relating to your accident. In some cases, drivers may be uncooperative and refuse to exchange information with you. The police will be very helpful with this because they can facilitate the exchange of information between you and the other driver. They can also help move your car off the road and prevent more accidents.
Failing to Exchange Information: getting the details and contact information for the other driver is very important. It is normal to get a little confused after a car accident due to the shock. Many people are usually disoriented. In any case, don’t miss out on the opportunity to exchange details with the other driver involved. Failing to exchange information may make your compensation process very complicated. Some drivers may even take a vantage of your mistake and manipulate the situation to your disadvantage.
Call Our Experienced Accident Lawyer in Miami Today!
At Jaime Suarez Car Accident Attorney, our clients know they can trust our team of highly experienced and well-informed car accident attorneys to deliver the type of aggressive legal representation needed to take on insurance companies. Our skilled Miami car accident attorneys will work around the clock to hold the appropriate parties responsible for your injuries. We will fight to make sure that you get the maximum amount of compensation owed to you. Let us review your case and discuss your legal options. Our attorneys are ready to provide proven legal representation in pursuing your claim and stand ready to protect your rights. We are available 24/7 to give you a free, no risk case consultation.
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