Fort Pierce, FL (September 17, 2020) - A pedestrian sustained serious injuries in a crash that happened in Fort Pierce on Thursday, September 17th. The incident was reported around 4:50 a.m.. in the 100 block of U.S. 1. 

According to the Fort Pierce Police Department, the pedestrian from Orlando was walking along a sidewalk on U.S. 1 when he was hit by a car that left the roadway. The driver of the vehicle was identified as a 39-year-old female from Stuart. The pedestrian was taken to Lawnwood Regional Medical Center & Heart Institute for treatment. He was listed in critical condition with life-threatening injuries. 

There is no further information available at this time. An investigation into the accident remains ongoing.

Every year in Florida, there are thousands of reported pedestrian accidents and injuries reported. A Florida pedestrian accident can turn your life upside down in a matter of seconds. Pedestrians are extremely vulnerable to being injured and killed when they are involved in these crashes.

Our thoughts are with the injured victim. We hope for a full recovery. 

Rubenstein Law is dedicated to serving individuals & families injured by the negligence of others. We know first-hand the heartbreak that can be left behind after an accident. In our news blog, we write about cases of personal injury relevant to our line of work, and we report on news of judgments and appellate cases that affect the rights of personal injury claimants. We feel a responsibility to raise awareness of the injury and tragic loss of life occurring across our state every day.

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