Leacock Township, PA (May 18, 2024) – A pedestrian accident claimed the life of a woman from Pennsylvania in the Lancaster County area earlier this week, and police have now identified the victim. Nereida Rodriguez, 28, of Washington, Pennsylvania, was fatally struck in the 3000 block of Lincoln Highway eastbound in Paradise, according to the Lancaster County Coroner’s office.

Rodriguez suffered severe injuries from the incident, per the coroner’s office, which said that they were summoned to the site just after 1:00 a.m. on Thursday. The accident is still being investigated, and an autopsy is currently planned. Authorities have not disclosed any details on the motorist who was involved, but officers requested that any witnesses come forward as they continued their investigation.

We extend our deepest condolences to Nereida Rodriguez’s family and loved ones.

Fatal Pedestrian Accidents in Pennsylvania

An upsurge in the incidence of serious and even fatal pedestrian accidents has plagued the state of Pennsylvania over the last several years. In fact, during this period, there has been an approximately 20% increase in pedestrian deaths. Of course, parking lots, crosswalks, intersections, and congested downtown areas are where pedestrian accidents occur most often.

Furthermore, areas near schools and residential neighborhoods tend to have a higher rate of pedestrian accidents due to the increased number of pedestrians in these areas. Drivers must follow the rules of the road, be aware of their surroundings, and drive carefully and alertly. After all, it is generally preventable to avoid catastrophic injuries or fatalities from pedestrian accidents, which are incredibly upsetting for the victims since they often cause long-term suffering and financial hardships.

Insurance companies often use various tactics to deny or reduce claims related to pedestrian accidents, thus exacerbating the situation. They have the option to downplay the severity of the wounds or dispute the insured driver’s culpability. Nonetheless, the Slocum Firm’s pedestrian accident lawyers are skilled in handling insurance disputes. Our commitment is safeguarding our clients’ rights.

We at the Slocum Firm understand what it takes to stand up for you and your loved ones. We will represent your best interests and work to ensure that you get fair compensation at every stage of the claims procedure. Call (570) 209-7376 to talk with our Leacock Township-area pedestrian accident lawyers about scheduling a free consultation and learning more about how our team will protect your legal rights after an accident.