Are You The Victim Of A Pedestrian Accident?
Why Hire An Accident Attorney?
If you’ve been hit by a car, you may be entitled to financial compensation for your injuries and lost wages.
Unfortunately, insurance companies often try to settle pedestrian accident claims by offering victims a small amount of money – not enough to cover their medical bills or other expenses while they’re out of work. In some cases, they’re hoping that you’ll give up and settle; they don’t really care what’s best for you, but they do care about the company’s bottom line.
You may want to work with a Texas pedestrian accident attorney who’s willing to fight hard for them. Your lawyer can ensure that your claim is fully investigated – and he’ll help you hold the insurance company accountable.
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Common Causes Of Pedestrian Accidents
Car Equipment Failure
Speeding
Distracted Driving
Failure To Yield
Drunk Driving
Poorly Maintained Roads
You may be surprised to learn just how many things can lead to a pedestrian accident. Distracted driving, speeding, failure to yield, car equipment failure, drunk driving, and poorly maintained roads are just a few of the many.
What’s more, 72 percent of those pedestrian accidents throughout the United States occur at night, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
But regardless of whether your accident occurred at night or during the day, you may be pleased to know there are laws in place to protect your rights as a pedestrian. You may even be eligible to sue the driver of the motor vehicle who hit you while you were on foot.
Could it be time to contact a pedestrian accident attorney in Texas to find out more?
What Are The Most Common Injuries From Pedestrian Accidents?
Even though most injuries occur when the vehicle collides with the pedestrian, that isn’t always the case. Pedestrians can also suffer from secondary injuries. These happen when a car hits a person, and that person is then thrown into another object or onto the ground. Essentially, they might suffer two lots of injuries from a single event.
With that in mind, there are some pedestrian injuries that are more common than others, such as:
- Brain injuries
- Hemorrhages
- Bruising
- Whiplash
- Broken bones
- Concussion
- Cuts
- Torn muscles and ligaments
- Spinal cord injuries
Injuries don’t have to be physical, either. In some cases, judges award victims damages for anxiety, depression, intense emotional distress and loss of enjoyment of life.
Though, judges may also take into account the emotional and mental impact of a pedestrian accident. Therefore, some victims may also be awarded damages for:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Intense emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
In a Pedestrian Accident in Texas, what are a Driver’s Responsibilities?
Even when a pedestrian isn’t in a crosswalk, it’s a driver’s responsibility to avoid pedestrians on the road. Here in Texas, all drivers have to yield right of way to people walking. Failure to yield can even result in them being charged with a crime.
However, pedestrians also have a part to play. It’s their responsibility to obey “Do Not Walk” signals and use any available sidewalks. Though, even if you didn’t uphold your duties as a pedestrian on the road, you may still be able to file a lawsuit against the driver of a vehicle.
Talk to a Pedestrian Accident Lawyer Now
Any pedestrian who has been injured as a result of a driver’s negligence may be able to hold that driver accountable. Why not talk to a pedestrian accident lawyer at J. Alexander Law Firm? Whether you’re at home or recovering in the hospital, we can guide you through the legal process while you recover.
We are also available to answer any questions you may have, discuss potential case outcomes, and handle all parts of the legal process so you can focus on getting better. Contact a pedestrian accident attorney in Texas today.
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