Pedestrian Crash on West Nottingham Drive Injures 84-Year-Old Man [San Antonio, TX]

San Antonio, TX (December 13, 2025) — An 84-year-old man suffered life-threatening injuries Wednesday evening after a pedestrian crash on West Nottingham Drive.

According to San Antonio police, the collision happened shortly after 6:30 p.m. in the 200 block of West Nottingham Drive near Broadway.

Emergency responders transported the injured man to a local hospital for treatment.

SAPD reported that the driver of a Cadillac SRX immediately called 911 and remained at the scene while officers responded. Authorities said the driver is cooperating fully with the investigation.

At this time, police have not filed any criminal charges. The incident remains under investigation.

Stop Pedestrian Accidents

To help avoid pedestrian accidents, drivers and pedestrians alike should be increasingly vigilant and watch out for each other. Drivers have to make sure to slow down in crowded areas, watch for people crossing and not get distracted, like by texting.

Pedestrians should cross only where they are supposed to, heed the traffic lights and attempt to establish eye contact with drivers before they step off the curb. If you’re walking at night, wear something bright or reflective so you’re easier to see. Do not walk and use a phone, or wear headphones, on the road.

Pedestrian crashes can cause devastating injuries, especially for older adults. Drivers should remain alert in residential areas and reduce speed, while pedestrians are encouraged to use well-lit crossings and stay aware of traffic conditions to help prevent serious accidents.

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File a Personal Injury Claim in Case of Traffic Collision

A personal injury claim following a traffic collision is a legal process that allows an injured party to seek compensation for physical, emotional, and financial harm caused by the accident. These claims arise when a driver’s negligence, recklessness, or intentional actions lead to an accident resulting in injuries.

The first step in pursuing a personal injury claim is to establish fault. This normally involves gathering evidence such as police reports, witness statements, traffic camera footage, and photographs of the accident scene. A skilled attorney from Sweet Lawyers can help establish who was responsible for the accident, which is, indeed, necessary for determining liability.

Once fault is established, the injured party can then pursue compensation for damages, which may include but are not limited to medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, and pain and suffering. Consequently, medical documentation and witnesses’ testimonies are essential for proving the extent of the injuries and their impact on the victim’s life.

Meanwhile, it’s important to note that the statute of limitations, or the time frame within which a personal injury claim must be filed, varies by state. Meaning if a claim is not filed within this window, the victim and the family of the victim may lose the right to seek compensation.

Know that a personal injury claim may be complex, but it offers an essential avenue that helps the victims to recover damages and hold negligent drivers accountable.

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