La Puente Pedestrian Accident Attorneys

Pedestrians are among those who are the least protected on the streets. They are surrounded by motor vehicles, trucks, buses, scooters, bicycles, and more. All of these vehicles move much quicker and are difficult to control or stop. It is no surprise that thousands of individuals are hit each year because of the negligent action of other drivers. Pedestrians already have to be on the lookout for defective sidewalks and slippery surfaces, and having to avoid vehicles is yet another danger. If you have been hurt in a pedestrian accident, you may wish to pursue legal action. Our team of La Puente pedestrian accident attorneys can file your lawsuit for you and fight for your rightful damages. Call our law firm at (855) 339-8879, the Downtown LA Law Group, today for more help.

Causes Of Pedestrian Accidents

Pedestrian accidents are among the most dangerous incidents that can happen on the road. There are many ways that you can be injured if you are simply walking. It is extremely important that you pay ample attention to your surroundings so you do not unwittingly wander into dangerous areas or mistakenly place yourself in harm’s way. You should always look twice before crossing the street and do not try to challenge or beat any vehicles. A large number of pedestrian accidents happen at non-intersections and in the dark (over 70% for both). In California alone, there are almost 1,000 fatalities per year in pedestrian accidents. You should be extremely careful so as not to become part of such statistics.

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Some of the reasons that pedestrian accidents happen include:

• Speeding, wherein vehicles cannot stop in time
• Turning into intersections, which may happen without looking at any potential individuals crossing the street
• Inadequate lighting, especially if pedestrians are wearing dark clothing
• Running stop signs and red lights
• Traffic light defects, which may signal that it is safe for a pedestrian to cross while also signal that it is safe for a driver to proceed
• Turning right on red
• Drunk driving, which lowers inhibitions and reaction time
• Tired driving, which may cause drivers to fall asleep at the wheel or not focus on any other objects
• Driving while texting, which is one of the most prevalent forms of distracted driving
• Jaywalking, or crossing the street at non-specified areas

Most of the time, a driver can be held responsible for the pedestrian accident. However, if a pedestrian ignores right of way laws and places himself in danger, it can be hard for the pedestrian to win complete compensation. Pedestrian accidents occur in parking lots, in intersections, near driveways, and more. It is not common for them to happen near freeways unless a driver has exited his disabled vehicle or has tried to cross the freeway (which is illegal). To make matters worse, pedestrian accidents often result in much more dangerous or debilitating injuries than car accidents. This is primarily due to the lack of safety that pedestrians have. Getting hit by a car when you have no protection can lead to severe injuries, including brain damage, severed limbs and digits, paralysis, internal organ damage, broken bones, nerve damage, and more. If you have been involved in a pedestrian accident, you may very well need legal help at once. Our team of La Puente pedestrian accident lawyers can make sure you’re given fast and efficient representation.

Steps To Take After A Pedestrian Accident

It can be extremely confusing and problematic to be involved in a pedestrian accident, especially if you have never been in an incident before. You may not know what to do and you may make errors, such as leaving the scene or failing to collect any information. You should follow these steps: Go to the doctor or hospital immediately to get treated for your injuries so you stay safe and free from harm. If you do not go to the doctor, the insurance agent can claim that you were not severely hurt. Paramedics and healthcare professionals can find any problems that may manifest later and treat them ahead of time. Take pictures of your injuries and the damage done to your personal belongings. It is crucial that you have proof of how badly you were hurt.

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You can also keep a record of any medical notes, paramedic statements, hospital bills, and anything that proves you received treatment. If there were any bystanders or witnesses who saw the accident happen, you can request their statements and testimonies to add to your claim. The incident may have happened where a business has security cameras or surveillance footage; you can request the copies of these videos to show who was at fault. If the police conducted an investigation at the scene of the accident, then you can ask for the police report to be sent to you after it has been finalized. In some cases, the driver may speed off in a hit and run accident. If he sticks around, you should gather his contact information and insurance details. Hit and run accidents are more common at night time or in unpopulated locations. Finally, you should speak with a pedestrian accident attorney in La Puente who can gather your evidence and submit a demand package to the insurance agency. We will outline what you should receive and will negotiate the fairest settlement from the insurance agency.

Negligence-Based Lawsuit

In order to file a lawsuit against a driver for a pedestrian accident, you must be able to show that he was negligent. This includes proving these four points: you were wed a duty of care that was breached, and the breach of duty led to an accident that caused physical harm. If you were not injured, you won’t be able to file a claim. One of the mistakes that individuals make is trying to go about their lawsuits by themselves with no legal representation. This is troublesome because insurance agents are very likely to simply throw claims away with no consideration, especially if there is no threat of going to court. If you do not have legal experience, you will have a hard time proving that you were owed certain rights or that the driver acted illegally. The insurance agent will ignore most of your calls and prevent your claim from taking off. For the best chance of success, you should contact a pedestrian accident lawyer in La Puente.

Statute Of Limitations For Your Claim

In California, you have 2 years from the date of the injury to take legal action against the driver if you were hurt in a pedestrian accident. This statute of limitations must be adhered to or you will not be able to collect compensation. If you try to sue after the deadline has passed, you will be barred from receiving coverage.

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There are a few ways that the statute can be extended, though. If you were underage at the time of the accident, you do not have to adhere to the statute until you turn 18 years old. You also do not have to follow the statute if you were left physically or mentally incapacitated afterward. The defendant may also leave the state for a period of time, which would cause the statute of limitations to temporary cease until he returns. You may not know if you are eligible for any exceptions. You can speak with a La Puente pedestrian accident lawyer to determine the proper amount of time you have left and what your next steps should be.

Earnings From A Pedestrian Accident Claim

You can earn different types of compensation if you were injured in a pedestrian accident. We will gladly work to bring you the proper coverage you need if you accrued numerous expenses. We can ensure that you get the following:

• Medical expenses from the past and the future
• Property damage
• Lost income
• Pain and suffering

We will also help you receive wrongful death damages if a family member died in the accident, which could include coverage for the burial, pre-death medical bills and pain and suffering, loss of relations, loss of expecting savings and earnings, and more. Additionally, you may be able to receive punitive damages, which are extra amounts meant to punish the defendant. They are handed out when the defendant tried to hurt you on purpose or when he acted extremely recklessly. These are hard to win, though, and can only be acquired by a skilled lawyer. To ensure that you receive ample restitution, do not file a lawsuit without the help of a La Puente pedestrian accident attorney.

Selecting Our Firm

If you are in need of expert representation, look no further than the Downtown LA Law Group. Our team of attorneys has decades of combined experience in personal injury law and pedestrian accidents is one of many areas that we extensively cover. We have the best methods to succeeding with your claim and we will not stop pursuing what you deserve. We aggressively hunt for your rightful compensation, even if it means going to court. Call our lawyers at (855) 339-8879 for a free legal consultation. All of your case details will be kept private; non confidential information will be released outside of our offices. You can ask us how to go forward with your claim and we’ll tell you how much we believe we can win for you. If you wish to hire us to handle your case, we will ensure that you do not spend any out of pocket expenses thanks to our zero fee guarantee. We won’t get paid unless and until we win, and the money will come as a portion of the settlement we win for you; therefore, the insurance agency will essentially cover your legal fees. If we lose, we do not get paid at all. Your savings will never be touched throughout the case. Call our firm, the Downtown LA Law Group, to get help from a La Puente pedestrian accident attorney.