What would you do if you were a witness to an accident and someone was hurt?
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I would stop and give my name and phone number to the person that was the victim, many times we think something is clear as a bell but, it is not and many people will try anything these days to get out of trouble. Injuries that show up later are real and in some cases the person in the vehicle has actually turned around and sued the pedestrian for damaging their car.
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Position the person on his or her back. Make sure the legs are elevated, if possible above the heart level. \nCheck the person's airway to be sure it's clear. Watch for vomiting. \nCheck for signs of circulation (breathing, coughing or movement). If absent, begin CPR. Call 911 or your local emergency number. Continue CPR until help arrives or the person responds and begins to breathe. \nHelp restore blood flow. If the person is breathing, restore blood flow to the brain by raising the person's legs above the level of the head. Loosen belts, collars or other constrictive clothing. The person should revive quickly. If the person doesn't regain consciousness within one minute, dial 911 or call for emergency medical assistance. \nIf the person was injured in a fall associated with a faint, treat any bumps, bruises or cuts appropriately. Control bleeding with direct pressure.
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Insurance or sue the theif.
914515
Yes- I witnessed a pedestrian get hit by a car - people just stared at me for a minute - I knew first aid so I was barking orders for someone to PLEASE call 9-1-1.  Finally someone re-focused and rad to a nearby plaza to call.  Luckily an off duty paramedic drove by and stopped to take over.  I was relieved because the man appeared to be going into shock on me and I wasn't confident that I really knew what I was doing!
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There isn't really a "law", you have to describe what happened.  If they did this and you were injured as a result, you have a tort claim.  But you cannot just sue someone for doing something dangerous if no one was injured.
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If you were wearing a helmet, then you should be fine.  But if you still feel bad tomorrow, then I would go to a doctor.\n\nIf you weren't wearing a helmet, then I would go to the ER ASAP.
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Ernie, why on Earth should this person go to that law firm if the verdict was for the defense?  This gal asking the question is seeking to be a plaintiff.\n\nIn any event, were you hurt in the accident?  If not then you don't have a lawsuit.  If you were hurt, go to any reputable personal injury lawyer in your area.  You don't need someone who's done a tanning bed case.  This is basic personal injury law.  Go to www.martindale.com to find a listing for lawyers in your area.
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The only people you should speak to about your accident are the police, your insurance company, and your lawyer. Never give out any personal information over the phone. \n\nIf in fact the air bag did malfunction your insurance company should be able to guide you through what needs to be done. The government would have nothing to do with it.
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A victim of a drunk driving accident.
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First, this is being reported as an accident.\nSecond, if the other person does not press charges, then there is nothing that anyone can do.
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You asked this twice so I will answer twice:\n\nLeaving the scene of an accident refers t oa multi car collision. The fact that your car was the only one damaged eliminates this possibillity for you. Walking for help is certainly the right move. Unless of course you have a cell phone and could call for assistance
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First may I give my sympathies for everyones loss.\n\nBut that's where the sympathy ends. There is no such thing as GOD. the accident was just that. It was an accident.\n\nTime to move on.
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Leaving the scene of an accident refers t oa multi car collision. The fact that your car was the only one damaged eliminates this possibillity for you. Walking for help is certainly the right move. Unless of course you have a cell phone and could call for assistance
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If there's any question about how badly hurt the\nemployee is, then call for medical advice.  It's\nthe right thing to do from both a moral perspective\n(ie. you don't want to permanently damage someone\nby moving them if they have a spinal injury) as\nwell as from a legal perspective (ie. you don't\nwant to end up with a lawsuit).  \n\nIt's my opinion that if someone doesn't immediately\njust "get back up" on their own, then they *ought*\nto be checked out by a doctor (because the injury\nis obviously more serious than just a normal trip-and-fall).
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Okay....I had to go back and find your original question.  Which was, for all you other answerers, briefly this:  Her friend was struck by a truck while he was in the crosswalk crossing the street.  That impact threw him into another vehicle.  The friend was injured.  If I understand correctly, neither driver has insurance, and one is now claiming her friend is at fault, and has even implied that her friend is/was suicidal.  Whew!  After all that, here's what I know, backed up by seven years of law enforcement experience:  a pedestrian in a crosswalk has the right of way.  The driver's at fault.  That may be small comfort, and it may not help your friend to collect any money to help pay his medical expenses, but there you have it.
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You wrote"I was in an auto accident" \nI say Sorry to hear that hope everyone is okay.\n\nYou wrote "determined at fault but wasn't"\nI think what your saying is that you were ticketed for the accident by an officer. You can request your day in court to plead for your innocence, Have your facts straight, Photos of the area it happen helps paint pictures of what took place, and don't lie the worst thing is to make up what happen.\n\nYou wrote "and never got to give a statement"\nI think what your saying is you feel you were ticketed for no reason, or the wrong reason. The Insurance Co's now look at you as the cause and clams file against you. I'm sorry , you have to take it to court and prove it there.\n\nLastly You wrote " What can I do?"\nYou need to either let it go or get an attorney and go to court.\n\nGood Luck\n\nPS if you fight it dont speek to anyone but your attorney \nNO ONE
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where you in an accident?  what is causing the pain?  you may need to see a doctor or a massage therapist.