Sadly, almost half of all pedestrian accidents end in death.  Speeding vehicles, distracted drivers, impaired drivers (alcohol or drugs), a vehicle that fails to stop at crosswalks or yield to pedestrians, sidewalk defects, a poorly maintained property, construction site hazards, harmful debris or materials on sidewalks, and defects in parking lots are all possible causes for pedestrian accidents.

If you, or someone you know, has been been hurt or killed in a pedestrian accident you may be healing from broken bones, a permanent disability, a head injury, a brain injury, disfigurement, strains, or sprains.  It's common to also experience anxiety, depression, and loss of sleep as a result of your accident.  

Call The Offices of Reese Harvey to speak to an experienced, compassionate attorney.   As a victim or family member of a pedestrian accident, you may be entitled to money for your injuries or the wrongful death of your family member. As your legal advocates, we will do everything we can to take the stress of your case off you so you can begin to heal from the accident.  Call us today at (561) 691-4511 for a free, no obligation consultation.

PEDESTRIAN ACCIDENT FAQs

• I ran across the street and was hit by a car.  Will by medical bills get paid even though it may have been my fault?  If you are hit by a car as a pedestrian, the personal injury protection (PIP) coverage that is in your auto insurance policy will pay for the first $10,000 in medical bills regardless of fault.  You might be covered by the PIP of a member of your household if you don't have auto insurance.  In an accident like this where you are partially responsible for causing the accident, "apportioned liability" will apply.  The insurance adjuster or jury will decided, based on the evidence, what percentage of the accident they believe is your fault and then award you money for the percentage of the accident that wasn't your fault. 

This is why it is very important to hire an attorney that has extensive legal experience AND a history of courtroom wins.  Reese Harvey has been practicing law for over 13 years.  He successfully minimizes his client's percentage of "apportioned liability" by gathering and presenting all the necessary evidence to insurance adjusters and jurors.  Additionally, Reese has conducted over 100 trials.  He is comfortable and confident in the courtroom, and he knows how to strategically "read" and select a jury that will be receptive to the evidence in your case.

• I was badly injured in a hit and run car accident.  What should I do now?  If you haven't already done so, immediately see a doctor to be checked for injuries.  If possible, get the name and contact information of any witnesses; call the police and file a report; take pictures of your injuries and the scene of the accident; and write down everything you remember about the accident including the time of day and weather conditions.  At The Law Offices of Reese Harvey we work with a team of experienced investigators that may be able to find the car that caused your injuries.  If we are able to find the person responsible for your injuries we can sue their insurance for damages.  If the driver of the other car is never found, or is found but is uninsured or underinsured, your own uninsured motorists protection policy may cover you in this type of accident.  

* The answers to these questions are not legal or medical advice and should not be relied upon or used as a basis for any particular course of action.  Feel free to call The Law Offices of Reese Harvey.  We will be happy to answer your questions and explain your rights.