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Picture this–you are minding your business, crossing a street, and boom – your world gets flipped upside-down. In big cities like Philadelphia, pedestrian accidents happen daily, often resulting in some of the worst types of injuries.
Statistics show that pedestrian accidents in Philadelphia are on the rise, especially with people distracted by cell phones and other things in their cars. Our great city is always busy with people, cars, trucks, and buses of all sizes trying to get to where they are going and many times too fast.
As you can guess the pedestrian usually takes the brunt of the impact, with injuries often very severe. That is where our team of Philadelphia Pedestrian Accident Lawyers can help – we represent victims and get them top dollar results for their personal injury claims. Let us help you, too. Contact our Philadelphia Pedestrian Accident Lawyers today for a FREE case review.
Both pedestrians and motorists need to become aware of how pedestrian accidents occur. Here are some of the most common causes of pedestrian accidents in Pennsylvania:
Unmarked crosswalks: When you have unmarked crosswalks, there is more of a risk for pedestrians. Using signaled crosswalks reduces that risk significantly. Motorists are more likely to see pedestrians when crosswalks are clearly marked and illuminated.
Failure to yield: Under Pennsylvania law, motorists are required to stop and yield the right of way to pedestrians walking in crosswalks or intersections. If a motorist fails to fulfill this legal obligation, an accident involving a pedestrian can occur.
Distracted pedestrians: Sometimes it is the people hit by cars that are at fault. According to several recent studies, pedestrians who are distracted by cell phones and electronics are at increased risk of being involved in a crash.
Excessive speed: Going over the speed limit or driving at a dangerous speed can be extremely dangerous for pedestrians. Several studies have shown that the higher the vehicle speed, the more severe the injuries suffered by pedestrians who are struck.
Comparative negligence laws come into play in many car and pedestrian accident cases. This law states that a victim can still recover compensation in a personal injury claim even if he was partly at fault for the accident in which his injuries occurred.
However, the victim cannot recover compensation if he carries more than 50% of the fault for the accident. This law may apply to pedestrian injury cases where the defendant argues that the plaintiff, the victim, was partially responsible for the accident that occurred.
If the defendant successfully argues that the plaintiff was more than 50% responsible, the defendant is no longer legally obligated to compensate the plaintiff. For this reason, it is imperative to work with an attorney who knows how to minimize the role you played in the accident so you can recover the compensation you deserve.
Your phone may start ringing non-stop if you are hit by a car while walking on the street. The at-fault party’s insurance company is probably on the other end of the line, hoping to get a recorded statement with you as soon as possible.
If you answer this call, the insurance company may even make an offer to you right away. Alarm bells should be ringing at this point. Do not accept an offer, agree to a recorded statement, or talk to the insurance adjuster at all without talking to a lawyer first.
The insurance company does not have your best interests in mind, but we do. Let our personal injury attorneys handle the negotiations with the insurance company to ensure you are fully compensated for your injuries.
Each state has its own laws regarding how much time victims have to take legal action following a pedestrian accident. In Pennsylvania, the statute of limitations on personal injury cases is two years. This means victims have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit against the at-fault party.
If you are hurt in an accident, the personal injury process can be overwhelming. Our team of Philadelphia Pedestrian Accident Lawyers has years of experience helping people navigate the maze.
We have represented many clients and their families after serious pedestrian accidents, getting them top dollar compensation for their damages. We can do the same for you.
Schedule a free consultation with a Philadelphia pedestrian accident lawyer on our team by calling or filling out the form on our website.
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