Pedestrian Accident Attorney

What Qualifies as a Pedestrian Accident?

A pedestrian accident is when someone who is walking on foot has been struck by a vehicle, bicycle, or another type of transportation. Whether it occurs along the side of the road or in a parking lot, the aftermath can be traumatizing and the injuries can be serious.

This is why it’s important for victims to understand their rights and legal options. And that’s where our team of personal injury attorneys steps in. If you or a loved one is dealing with a physical or emotional trauma after being struck by a vehicle, we’re here to help you get the compensation you deserve and make sure that justice is served by holding the at-fault driver accountable. 

The Types of Injuries in Pedestrian Accidents

There is a wide range of injuries that victims of pedestrian accidents can sustain from a collision, and they can vary from relatively minor to catastrophic. The extent of injuries is often dependent on a variety of factors. For example, the speed of the vehicle involved, whether the pedestrian was struck directly or thrown to the ground, and the pedestrian's age and physical condition. It’s also not uncommon for victims to sustain a combination of different injuries. Common pedestrian accident injuries include:

Fractures and broken bones: Pedestrians struck by a moving vehicle frequently suffer broken bones, especially in the legs, arms, pelvis, and ribs from the high impact forces involved.  

Soft tissue injuries: This could include strains, sprains, whiplash injuries, nerve damage or localized neck pain.

Head traumas: Range from concussions, brain bleeds or traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) that can lead to long-term cognitive, motor, and sensory impairments or even permanent disability.

Spinal cord: Damage to the spinal cord can lead to partial or complete paralysis and affect the victim’s mobility and sensation in the trunk, legs, and other areas below the injury site.

Internal injuries:  The blunt force of a collision can cause internal bleeding, organ damage or ruptured organs that require emergency surgery.

Disfigurement: Lacerations, road rash, tooth/dental injuries and other trauma to the face or body can lead to permanent scarring or disfigurement.

Amputations: The force of such a traumatic impact can cause the amputations of limbs, digits, or other body parts. 

PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder): The shocking nature of being struck by a vehicle can lead to PTSD in pedestrian accident victims. It leads to intrusive thoughts/re-experiencing the trauma through nightmares or flashbacks, depression and anxiety and other mental health issues.

Your Legal Rights as a Pedestrian Accident Victims

People who have been injured in pedestrian accidents often suffer significant physical harm and have the legal right to pursue financial compensation from any negligent parties responsible for causing the accident and their injuries.

Common types of damages that may be recoverable:

Medical Expenses: This includes all out-of-pocket and projected medical bills, rehabilitation expenditures, and charges for any required therapy or treatment.

Lost Wages: As a direct result of their injuries, victims are entitled to compensation for any lost wages resulting from their incapacity to work or perform their regular job obligations.

Pain and Suffering: Compensation can be sought for the physical pain, emotional distress, and mental anguish caused by the accident and its aftermath.

 Loss of Enjoyment of Life: If the injuries sustained have impacted the victim's ability to engage in and enjoy daily activities and pursuits, they may be entitled to compensation for this loss of quality of life.

Our Promise to You

At Gillani Law, our team is dedicated to pursuing justice and the most favorable outcome possible for pedestrian accident victims. Let our expertise go to work protecting your rights and future interests after suffering devastating injuries that resulted from someone else's negligence.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a pedestrian accident, don't hesitate to take legal action. Contact Gillani Law today for a free consultation with an experienced lawyer. Our legal team works on a contingency fee basis which means that we don't get paid until you receive a settlement. We are here to support you every step of the way and work hard to get you the compensation you deserve.