If you or a loved one have been struck by a car, truck, motorcycle or other vehicle while crossing the street you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. Causes of pedestrian injury accidents may include:
- Careless drivers that fail to properly observe the roadway for pedestrians
- Distracted drivers (texting, eating and/or doing other non-driving activities)
- Drowsy or fatigued drivers
- Drivers that under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- Inadequate roadway design, maintenance, or repair
- Lack of proper signage present
- Speeding drivers
- Hidden or blocked crosswalks
- Not stopping at stop signs or red lights when making right turns
- Trucks cutting off the corner when making a turn
- Poor or inadequate lighting present
- And more…
What should you do if a vehicle hits you while walking?
1. Call 911 and seek medical treatment
2. Document details regarding the accident (take photos, get witness contact information, talk to police/medical professionals)
3. Never admit fault
4. Seek legal help and call Focil Law Firm
What are the most common pedestrian injuries?
- Broken/fractured bones
- Traumatic brain injury
- Wrongful death
- Muscle tears and sprains
- Abrasions
- PTSD (Post-traumatic stress disorder)
- Spinal injuries
- Nerve damage
- Internal organ damage
How can an attorney me with my pedestrian injuries?
- Recover lost earnings due to the accident
- Medical care and treatment costs
- Wrongful death (loss of income and financial support)
- Property damage
- Out of pocket expenses (medication, medical insurance copays, and more)
- Lost opportunities or expenses you suffered from the pedestrian accident
Contact your injury attorney, Augusto Focil Jr. today and let us help you obtain the settlement you deserve!
