Russell Brand sued for allegedly hitting pedestrian with his car

Russell Brand has been sued for negligence by a man who claims the "Get Him to the Greek" actor hit him with his car while driving down L.A.'s Olympic Boulevard back on Jan. 16 of this year.

In documents obtained by E! News, Victor Sneed alleges the 37-year-old comedian drove his car so that it collided with Sneed, causing Sneed personal injury and property damage. 

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According to the papers, which were filed yesterday, Sneed has suffered loss of wages due to his injuries from the alleged incident and has incurred hospital and medical expenses as well as legal fees. 

Check out the docs here 

Sneed is seeking compensatory damages from Brand in the suit. 

Brand's rep did not immediately comment.

Celebs get injured too 

--Reporting by Baker Machado 

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