Pedestrian Accidents

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Pedestrian Accident 

Have You Or A Loved One Suffered Injuries In A Pedestrian Accident?

Pedestrian crash accidents are often more severe than other forms of accidents because they often involve a large car or truck that can move at a high speed, hitting an unprotected pedestrian who does not have the benefits provided by a bumper, a seatbelt and other vehicle safety measures.


It is really important to get as much detail as possible about the car and the driver involved if you or someone you know is involved in a pedestrian accident. This should include the number of the license plate, the vehicle's make and model, the full name of the driver, current telephone number and address, and the number of the driver's license, as well as his or her insurance firm and policy number. It's a good idea to really see the driver's license for the other person and copy it all down and not just focus on what the other driver tells you. We had people come in who were supplied by the other party with incorrect information, so please try to double check the driver's license or any other information you are given. If the car runs away from the site of the effect, make sure to call the police right away and provide as much information as possible.

Take the pressure off yourself and let someone experienced in handling such matters assist you. Call our offices now for a FREE consultation with an experienced attorney or any member of our legal team.

What Should You Do After a Pedestrian Accident?

Because pedestrian accidents are very common and can happen in a plethora of different ways and often cause very complicated situations and injuries, victims or their families should contact us right away. It is almost always better to call from the scene of the accident or from the emergency room directly after.

Types of Pedestrian Accidents:

Distracted Driving & Texting

Because of drivers who are distracted while driving, one of the most common forms of pedestrian accidents occurs. It is less likely that drivers who do other things while driving will notice when pedestrians cross the street or get in or out of cars.


A pedestrian or driver texting is a major road hazard. People who are texting are more likely to walk up or down the road without seeing any signals or paying attention to what's going on around them. Likewise, texting drivers will not notice when pedestrians cross the street.


Left Hand Turns

Left turns sometimes present a problem for pedestrians and drivers alike. Studies indicate that pedestrian injuries seem to be more associated to the left hand turn than incidents involving the right hand turn. Many drivers concentrate more on crossing the intersection than on observing an individual crossing the road.


Failing to Use Crosswalks Appropriately

Crosswalks allow busy streets to be crossed by pedestrians. Many crosswalks, however, have signals and are indicated to the pedestrians when crossing is clear. aIn many pedestrian injuries, failure to pay attention to these signs or jaywalking at an unmarked crossing is a common cause for accidents.


Drunk Driving

Intoxicated drivers are one of the major sources of pedestrian accidents. Alcohol-related incidents occur when an intoxicated pedestrian enters an undesignated location or is not looking at the traffic. Drivers that are driving under the influence are more likely to not see a pedestrian crossing the road.

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