Fatal Pedestrian Accident at Finch and Skymark in Toronto on March 29, 2016

According to police, a 76 year old woman has died following a pedestrian accident in Toronto.  This latest fatal pedestrian accident occurred on Tuesday, March 29, 2016 at Finch Avenue East and Skymark Road in Toronto.  The information released by police indicates that the female pedestrian was struck by a 2009 Ford F-150, southbound on Skymark Road, attempting to make a left turn to eastbound Finch Avenue East. The female pedestrian was crossing Finch Avenue East, when she was struck.

First and foremost, we offer our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the woman that was tragically killed in this latest Toronto pedestrian accident.  
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The collision remains under investigation with regard to prospective highway traffic act charges.  Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-1900, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477).  

Although the police are continuing to investigate, there is likely civil liability on the part of the drive that struck and killed the pedestrian.  In the context of the civil claim, there is a presumption of negligence against the driver of the motor vehicle whenever a pedestrian is struck.  This reverse onus for pedestrian accidents is created by the Highway Traffic Act.  

If you have lost a loved one due to a pedestrian accident in Ontario, contact us to speak with a Toronto fatal accident lawyer.  We offer prospective clients a free consultation with a personal injury lawyer. There is no obligation.

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