Accidents involving pedestrians cause thousands of deaths each year in the United States. They also account for hundreds of thousands of non-fatal injuries. Pedestrians are 1.5 times more likely to get involved in traffic accidents compared to motor vehicle occupants.
Following safety tips and staying cautious help, but you can’t always guarantee that others practice the same level of caution. There is a real possibility of negligence, distraction, or even intoxication hampering a person’s sense of awareness, leading to pedestrian accidents that cause personal injury.
Understanding who is liable in pedestrian accidents allows people to seek damages in court.
What Causes Pedestrian Accidents?
Pedestrian accidents have various causes. Common ones include:
- Speeding
- Reckless/distracted driving
- Disobeying/ignoring traffic signs
- Driving under the influence
- Poor weather conditions
When a pedestrian accident happens, there needs to be a thorough investigation to determine the cause. As injury lawyers, we know how traumatic pedestrian accidents can be. Even if the accident doesn’t result in a fatality, it still causes personal injury that may cost thousands of dollars in medical expenses.
It is why Robert J. DeBry & Associates works closely with clients to get them compensation.
Driver Liability In Pedestrian Accidents
If it’s proven that the driver is liable, then the insurance carrier of the motor vehicle pays compensation to the victim. Dealing with insurance companies is often too complicated for accident victims to do themselves. That’s why personal injury lawyers handle these claims on the victim’s behalf. At Robert J. DeBry & Associates, we have expert attorneys skilled at filing insurance claims.
Pedestrian Liability In Pedestrian Accidents
Sometimes the pedestrian is at fault. Perhaps they were looking at their phone, or not paying attention to their environment. In such cases, they share some of the liability. They may still receive compensation for their injuries.
Hire A Personal Injury Attorney
Personal injury lawyers give valuable guidance, expert advice, and support to accident victims. Reach out to Robert J. DeBry & Associates to get the representation you need.