In Florida, unless traffic signals or controls clearly indicate otherwise, drivers must yield to pedestrians on the road or in crosswalks. Unfortunately, not all drivers adhere to those rules, which can lead to severe accidents, often due to driver negligence.
Did you suffer serious injuries in a Titusville pedestrian accident? Andrew Pickett Law can help. Contact us today to learn more about your right to compensation.
A Titusville Pedestrian Accident Lawyer Can Help You Pursue Compensation for Your Injuries
At Andrew Pickett Law, we have considerable experience with a wide range of auto accident claims, including cases involving pedestrians. In one notable bicycle versus pedestrian crash, we helped the victim recover $200,000 for injuries sustained in the accident.
When you suffer serious injuries in a pedestrian accident, dealing with the insurance company that covers the liable driver can leave you frustrated and eager to accept any offer. Unfortunately, accepting an initial settlement offer could ultimately prevent you from recovering the compensation you really deserve for your pedestrian accident injuries. Instead, let us take care of the legal process for you.
We can help seek evidence that will establish your right to compensation following a pedestrian accident, put together a compelling claim that includes the full compensation you really deserve, and even negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf to increase the odds that you will recover the full compensation you deserve.
Common Injuries You Can Sue For
Pedestrians have a clear disadvantage in an accident with a bicycle or motor vehicle. While the driver of the vehicle has some protection from the road around him, the pedestrian takes that force directly, with no protection from the road or from the vehicle. Unfortunately, that can mean severe injuries for the pedestrian, including:
- Concussion and brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Broken bones
- Severe road rash, which has many of the same symptoms as a friction burn
- Cuts and lacerations
Often, pedestrian accident victims in Titusville spend a long time recovering from their injuries.
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Key Regulations Governing Pedestrian Rights
Pedestrians must obey traffic rules and regulations just like drivers. According to Florida Statute 316.130, they have the right-of-way at designated crosswalks and traffic signals requiring vehicles to stop. If there are no sidewalks, pedestrians can walk at the farthest side of the road facing traffic so drivers can see them.
Responsibilities of Drivers in Pedestrian Accidents
Drivers must be responsible and stay alert to pedestrians as well as traffic. They must yield the right-of-way and obey all traffic laws.
According to Florida Statute 316.027, drivers must stay at the scene after an accident. They must call 911 if anyone is injured or killed, or if there’s property damage over $500.
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Determining Liability in Pedestrian Accidents
It’s important to determine liability in pedestrian accidents. This requires knowing how it’s established.
How Liability Is Established
Liability in pedestrian accidents is established through the elements of negligence: duty of care, breach of duty, causation and damages. According to Florida Statute 768.81, comparative negligence applies in some of these accidents. An injured pedestrian can file a claim for damages if deemed 50% or less responsible for the incident.
A Titusville Pedestrian Accident Attorney Can Help You Prove Liability
Pedestrian accidents may occur for a variety of reasons. Titusville pedestrians often note that drivers do not pay adequate attention as they move through those roads. A large number of crashes occur at night, when people have no chance to fully take in the presence of a pedestrian before they hit them. Florida continues to fall into one of the most dangerous areas for pedestrians, particularly around the greater Orlando area. As a result, pedestrians must exercise special care.
Often, the driver of the vehicle that strikes a pedestrian will bear liability for the accident. However, that driver does not necessarily always bear liability. Sometimes, an outside factor, including mechanical failure in the vehicle, can lead to a serious collision that results in substantial injury to the pedestrian. Other times, the pedestrian may step out into traffic or engage in other unsafe behavior that causes the accident.
Let a Pedestrian Accident Attorney in Titusville Help You Determine How Much Your Accident Claim Is Worth
For many pedestrian accident victims, recovering compensation quickly becomes very important. Your accident can leave you with a number of financial burdens, and a pedestrian accident claim can help you recover some of those funds as you work to rebuild your life and improve your current position.
At Andrew Pickett Law, we cannot offer guarantees about the compensation pedestrian accident victims will recover. We can, however, help break down the compensation you may deserve, based on the extent of your injuries.
Medical Costs
Your medical costs after a pedestrian accident can prove immense. Many pedestrian accident victims have a long stay in the hospital ahead of them. You may have to undergo several surgeries and procedures or have to go through physical therapy to regain strength and mobility following your accident. You can include those medical costs as part of your personal injury claim after a pedestrian accident, whether you need to include bills from Parrish Medical Center or one of the convenient local urgent care centers.
Lost Wages
Missing time at work after your accident can pose a substantial financial burden, too. Many pedestrian accident injuries can interfere with your ability to work, whether a broken arm makes it difficult for you to type or a traumatic brain injury shreds your memory and makes your focus and attention span shorter than ever. You can claim compensation for that lost income as part of your Titusville pedestrian accident claim.
Pain and Suffering
Most personal injury claims, including pedestrian accident claims, also include compensation for the non-financial suffering your injuries caused. A Titusville pedestrian accident lawyer can help you break down the suffering you faced because of your accident and your injuries and put together a compelling argument for compensation for that suffering.
A Pedestrian Accident Lawyer in Titusville Can Handle the Insurance Companies so You Don’t Have To
Many Titusville pedestrian accident victims assume that the insurance company that covers the liable driver will provide them with a fair settlement offer that covers the financial losses they have faced. In many cases, however, you may find that the insurance company does not issue as much compensation as you really deserve. In fact, insurance companies often start with a settlement offer that reflects just a percentage of the financial losses you really faced because of your pedestrian accident.
Do not accept a settlement offer without talking to a Titusville pedestrian accident lawyer. A lawyer can help break down the compensation you deserve after a pedestrian accident and help you determine whether a settlement offer really reflects your needs. In many cases, you can continue to negotiate for substantially more compensation than the insurance company initially offered.
Common Causes of Accidents in Titusville
Certain factors cause accidents in Titusville. The most common are driver negligence and poor road and weather conditions.
Driver Negligence
Most car accidents occur due to driver negligence. Distraction, intoxication by drugs or alcohol, ignoring traffic laws and speeding are examples.
Poor Road Conditions
Roads in disrepair can cause car accidents. Potholes, rocks and other debris can cause drivers to lose control.
Weather Conditions
Certain weather conditions commonly lead to accidents. Visibility is diminished in rain and fog, and high winds can cause crashes.
Contact Us Today for Help with Your Claim
If you suffered serious injuries in a pedestrian accident, do not try to handle your claim on your own. You could inadvertently minimize the compensation you can recover or leave yourself without the compensation you really deserve for your injuries. Contact Andrew Pickett Law today to schedule your free consultation.
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