Pedestrian Accident

The Florida personal injury attorneys at Law Offices of Andre G. Raikhelson assist individuals and families across Florida with getting the compensation they need after an accident. We are creative and fierce in advocating for the injured and illustrating to the insurance companies or the court that you suffered because of someone else’s negligent behavior.

Pedestrian accident

Pedestrian accidents are some of the most devastating kinds of car crashes because of the lack of a barrier between the vehicle and person. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that there is one crash-related pedestrian death every two hours in America. Those who suffer pedestrian accidents need emergency medical treatment to address their injuries.

Like car accident cases, when a pedestrian is injured in a car crash, they can seek compensation from the negligent driver of an automobile, bicycle, bus, truck or another vehicle. A Florida pedestrian accident lawyer helps injured pedestrians recover compensation for injuries suffered and property damage sustained because of someone else’s negligence. Contact an experienced injury attorney today to begin your case for compensation.

Common types of pedestrian accidents

Impaired driving due to alcohol consumption is the leading cause of death for pedestrians in collisions with vehicles. Almost half of all alcohol-related car crashes with pedestrians in Florida resulted in the death of the pedestrian. Excessive speeding is the second most common cause of pedestrian death following a collision between a vehicle and a pedestrian.

For the first time in two decades, pedestrian deaths are increasing at a higher rate than motorist deaths following car accidents, according to the Governors Highway Safety Association. Last year close to 6,000 people died in pedestrian accidents. There are several common causes of pedestrian and motor vehicle accidents. Some of the reasons for this uptick include increased driving by motorists because of lower fuel prices and more walking or running for exercise purposes. Another overlooked factor is distracted walking – people walking and operating mobile devices.

Injury contribution

Sometimes pedestrians contribute to their injuries sustained in a crash with a vehicle because of their own behavior. Instances where the pedestrian may contribute to their injuries include:

• Jaywalking
• Crossing in the middle of the street
• Crossing outside of a crosswalk
• Crossing against the traffic signal

Florida is a pure comparative fault state. That means that any award of damages is reduced by the percentage of fault attributed to the pedestrian.

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Common pedestrian accident injuries

Not all pedestrian injuries result in death. Nonetheless, serious injuries are possible. Common injuries following a collision with a vehicle that Florida pedestrian accident lawyers see include:

• Cuts, bruises, abrasions, and lacerations
• Head injuries such as brain concussions, swelling, hemorrhages, and hematomas
• Spinal cord injuries
• Torn and sprained ligaments
• Fractures, especially to the tibia, fibula and femur, ribs, arms, hip and pelvis
• Road rash

Contacting a florida pedestrian accident attorney

Contact a Florida pedestrian accident attorney if you have been injured in a pedestrian accident or a loved one has died because of a pedestrian accident. In addition to filing a personal injury claim, a wrongful death claim may also apply. Seek prompt medical care and treatment for accident injuries as soon as possible.
Remember to get the name and contact information of any witnesses and the driver and passengers of the vehicle, including insurance information. Contact the police and file an accident report. Lastly, call pedestrian accident lawyers in Florida today to schedule a free initial case consultation to review your case.