Every year there are hundreds of thousands of car accidents across the United States, and every year around 100,000 of these accidents involve a pedestrian. Tragically, nearly fifty percent of these accidents happen in the afternoon hours between three and four o'clock, when kids are coming home from school. Children and elderly people are at the greatest risk of having a pedestrian accident, and in the vast majority of cases the fault lies with a negligent or distracted driver.
There are many circumstances that can lead to a pedestrian accident. A child can dart out into the street and be hit and injured, the driver can be going too fast or find himself preoccupied, or any other number of factors can enter in to the accident. In nearly all cases, if the driver is traveling faster than the speed limit at the time of the accident, he will be held responsible. In fact, in the majority of cases the driver is the one responsible for a pedestrian accident. Usually the accidents occur while the driver is going too fast to stop, when the driver doesn't stop at a pedestrian crossing, or while the driver is distracted in some way, whether it's eating, talking on the phone, or playing with the radio.
Even if a pedestrian is being cautious when crossing the road or simply walking along the sidewalk, he can still become a victim of a pedestrian accident. These accidents can lead to a variety of life-threatening injuries such as broken bones, dislocated limbs, brain and spinal damage, deep contusions, permanent disfigurement and disability, as well as death.
If you or someone you love has been in a pedestrian accident, it is of utmost importance that you contact a qualified lawyer immediately. A good lawyer can help you or your loved one (in the case of a wrongful death) to get compensated for your hardship, emotional distress, medical bills, and disabilities that stemmed from the accident. The lawyer and his staff will need time to gather together statements from witnesses, take photographic evidence, and do any necessary research to make sure that you get what you deserve in court. The earlier you bring your case to an experienced lawyer, the better your chances are of success in court.
You can usually get an initial consultation with a lawyer at no charge, where he will review your case and make sure that you understand all your options. After this meeting, you can decide how you want to handle the case. The Vladimir Gagic Law Office has the experience and skill to ensure that you get the settlement you deserve for the injury you have suffered. If you or a loved one have been injured in a pedestrian accident, please contact us as soon as possible. It is important to contact an attorney as quickly as possible after you have suffered an injury. Your attorney will need to do a great deal of research, interviewing of witnesses, and building your case. Bringing it swiftly to Vladimir Gagic Law Office will make sure that you receive the compensation that you deserve and get your life back as quickly as possible.
If you are seeking legal representation or would like more information about our services, contact the law offices of Vladimir Gagic today to set up your free consultation. You can reach us at 602-955-1985, toll free at 855-843-6274 (855-THE MARINE) or by contacting us online.
