Tacoma– Halloween is the time of year where you see more pedestrians out in the streets, especially children, asking for candy. There are always some very unfortunate accidents that happen on Halloween.

According to news reports, the accident happened on Halloween evening, approximately 7:20pm, at intersection of North 9^th street and North I street in Tacoma. An SUV hit a 7-year-old boy who was trick-or-treating and injured him critically. The boy was taken to Mary Bridge Hospital in Tacoma.

The driver was arrested on suspicion of vehicular assault, according to news report. Driver attempted to flee the scene of the collision but witnesses stopped him and were able to detain him until police arrived. Driver was arrested on suspicion of DUI.

What can you do if you are a pedestrian and get hit by a vehicle? 

Whether it’s on Halloween, another other Holiday, or even just taking a walk along your neighborhood, being a pedestrian can expose you to harm. Halloween happens to be one of the most dangerous holidays for pedestrians who go treat-or-treating on high traffic streets like Seattle or Tacoma.

If you were a pedestrian victim who was hit or ran over by a careless driver and have been seriously injured, there may be an insurance company that can be held liable for your injuries.

We will fight to get the justice and compensation you deserve. Please contact us for a free, no obligation case evaluation. We will gladly meet you are your home, local coffee shop and even at the hospital. We will fight for the recovery you deserve.